What is the cheapest way to get from Gampola to Kalutara?

The cheapest way to get from Gampola to Kalutara is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1700 and takes 7h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gampola to Kalutara?

The fastest way to get from Gampola to Kalutara is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Gampola and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct bus from Gampola to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Gampola and arriving at Kalutara via Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Gampola and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct train from Gampola to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Gampola and arriving at Kalutara South via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Gampola to Kalutara?

The distance between Gampola and Kalutara is 182 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

How do I travel from Gampola to Kalutara without a car?

The best way to get from Gampola to Kalutara without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000.

How long does it take to get from Gampola to Kalutara?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Gampola to Kalutara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Kalutara bus from?

Gampola to Kalutara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Gampola station.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Kalutara train from?

Gampola to Kalutara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Gampola station.

Train or bus from Gampola to Kalutara?

The best way to get from Gampola to Kalutara is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1700 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Gampola to Kalutara bus arrive?

Gampola to Kalutara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Gampola to Kalutara train arrive?

Gampola to Kalutara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Gampola to Kalutara?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampola to Kalutara is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Gampola to Kalutara.

Where can I stay near Kalutara?

There are 826+ hotels available in Kalutara.

Gampola to Kalutara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Gampola to Kalutara by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampola to Maradanatrain Badulla
2. Take the train from Maradana to Kalutara Southtrain Maradana
5h 6m
Rs 2,491–5,896
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gampola to Kandybus
2. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Nittambuwabus
3. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kalutarabus
7h 41m
Rs 1,168–1,607
Drive 148.7 km
1. Drive from Gampola to Kalutaracar 148.7 km
2h 29m
Rs 6,681–9,651
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gampola to Kalutarataxi 148.7 km
2h 29m
Rs 10,000–13,000

Gampola to Kalutara by train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.6 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Gampola, Central, Sri Lanka and Kalutara, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Gampola to Kalutara South via Maradana in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gampola to Kalutara via Kandy, Kandy Good Shed Bus Station, and Nittambuwa in around 7h 41m.

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