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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Ratmalana is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Ratmalana is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Ratmalana?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle to Ratmalana. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Ratmalana via Panadura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Ratmalana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galle and arriving at Mount Lavinia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Galle to Ratmalana?

The distance between Galle and Ratmalana is 102 km. The road distance is 109.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Ratmalana without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Galle to Mount Lavinia takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Galle to Ratmalana bus from?

Galle to Ratmalana bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Galle station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Ratmalana train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Ratmalana?

The best way to get from Galle to Ratmalana is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Galle to Ratmalana bus arrive?

Galle to Ratmalana bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Panadura station.

Where does the Galle to Ratmalana train arrive?

Galle to Ratmalana train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Galle to Ratmalana?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Ratmalana is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Galle to Ratmalana.

Where can I stay near Ratmalana?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Ratmalana.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galle to Mount Laviniatrain Beliatta
2h 19m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galle to Panadurabus
2. Take the bus from Panadura to Ratmalanabus
3h 20m
Drive 109.1 km
1. Drive from Galle to Ratmalanacar 109.1 km
1h 30m
Rs 4,885–7,056
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Ratmalanataxi 109.1 km
1h 30m
Rs 30,000–36,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Ratmalanataxi
1h 32m
Rs 27,975–107,061

Galle to Ratmalana by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.2 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Galle to Mount Lavinia 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galle to Ratmalana via Panadura in around 3h 20m.

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