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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Pannipitiya is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Pannipitiya is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Pannipitiya?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Pannipitiya. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Pannipitiya?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Pannipitiya. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Moratuwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Galle to Pannipitiya?

The distance between Galle and Pannipitiya is 110 km. The road distance is 105.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Pannipitiya without a car is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Galle to Pannipitiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Pannipitiya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Pannipitiya train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Pannipitiya?

The best way to get from Galle to Pannipitiya is to bus which takes 1h 34m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Galle to Pannipitiya bus arrive?

Galle to Pannipitiya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center station.

Where does the Galle to Pannipitiya train arrive?

Galle to Pannipitiya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Moratuwa station.

Can I drive from Galle to Pannipitiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Pannipitiya is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Galle to Pannipitiya.

Where can I stay near Pannipitiya?

There are 1502+ hotels available in Pannipitiya.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Centerbus Galle
1h 34m
Rs 1,326–1,609
Train
1. Take the train from Galle to Moratuwatrain Beliatta
2h 25m
Rs 5,553–8,440
Drive 105.6 km
1. Drive from Galle to Pannipitiyacar 105.6 km
1h 23m
Rs 4,715–6,811
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Pannipitiyataxi 105.6 km
1h 23m
Rs 29,000–35,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Pannipitiyataxi
1h 32m
Rs 27,975–107,061

Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

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1h 2mAverage Duration

Rs 10,656Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 370–410 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Galle to Moratuwa twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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