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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Pitakotuwa is to train which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Pitakotuwa is to fly which takes 1h 22m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Pitakotuwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Pitakotuwa. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Bandaranaike Internation Airport via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Pitakotuwa?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Pitakotuwa. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Waikkala via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Galle to Pitakotuwa?

The distance between Galle and Pitakotuwa is 183 km. The road distance is 169.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Pitakotuwa without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 32m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 17000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Galle to Pitakotuwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Pitakotuwa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Pitakotuwa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Pitakotuwa?

The best way to get from Galle to Pitakotuwa is to fly which takes 1h 22m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 110000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 5h 30m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 10000 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Galle to Pitakotuwa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Pitakotuwa train arrive?

Galle to Pitakotuwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Galle to Pitakotuwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Pitakotuwa is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Galle to Pitakotuwa.

Where can I stay near Pitakotuwa?

There are 1399+ hotels available in Pitakotuwa.

Galle to Pitakotuwa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Galle to Pitakotuwa by plane, bus, taxi, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
1h 22m
Rs 23,475–101,061
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galle to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Waikkalatrain Colombo
5h 30m
Rs 4,303–9,368
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawathabus Galle
2. Take the taxi from Kadawatha to Pitakotuwataxi
2h 32m
Rs 12,433–16,471
Drive 169.5 km
1. Drive from Galle to Pitakotuwacar 169.5 km
2h 14m
Rs 7,570–10,934
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Pitakotuwataxi 169.5 km
2h 14m
Rs 46,000–55,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Centerbus Galle
2. Take the bus from Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre to Bandaranaike Internation Airportbus
5h 44m
Rs 7,906–9,939

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

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1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.8 km
Duration: 1h 22m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galle to Pitakotuwa via Colombo Fort and Waikkala in around 5h 30m.

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