What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Pallekele?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Pallekele is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Pallekele?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Pallekele is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 55000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Pallekele?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Pallekele. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Kandy via Kaduwela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Pallekele?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Pallekele. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Galle to Pallekele?

The distance between Galle and Pallekele is 258 km. The road distance is 226.1 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Pallekele without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Pallekele without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700.

How long does it take to get from Galle to Pallekele?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Galle to Pallekele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Pallekele bus from?

Galle to Pallekele bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Pallekele train from?

Galle to Pallekele train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Train or bus from Galle to Pallekele?

The best way to get from Galle to Pallekele is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 7000 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Galle to Pallekele bus arrive?

Galle to Pallekele bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kaduwela station.

Where does the Galle to Pallekele train arrive?

Galle to Pallekele train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Galle to Pallekele?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Pallekele is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Galle to Pallekele.

Where can I stay near Pallekele?

There are 1555+ hotels available in Pallekele.

Galle to Pallekele - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Galle to Pallekele by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2h 42m
Rs 55,600–169,200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kaduwelabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Kaduwela to Kandybus 17
5h 36m
Rs 1,376–1,651
Train
1. Take the train from Galle to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 19m
Rs 2,000–6,716
Drive 226.1 km
1. Drive from Galle to Pallekelecar 226.1 km
3h 17m
Rs 10,096–14,583
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Pallekeletaxi 226.1 km
3h 17m
Rs 20,000–24,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) flights

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.8 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Galle, Sri Lanka and Pallekele, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Galle Bus Station to Pallekele via Kaduwela and Kandy in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galle to Pallekele via Fort Station and Kandy in around 6h 19m.

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