What is the cheapest way to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura is to bus via Anuradhapura which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2700 and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura?

The fastest way to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Horana South and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Horana South to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Malagala and arriving at Anuradhapura via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Horana South and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Horana South to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Mount Lavinia and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Horana South to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Horana South and Anuradhapura is 249 km. The road distance is 217.6 km.

How do I travel from Horana South to Anuradhapura without a car?

The best way to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

How long does it take to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Horana South to Anuradhapura bus from?

Horana South to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Malagala station.

Where do I catch the Horana South to Anuradhapura train from?

Horana South to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Mount Lavinia station.

Train or bus from Horana South to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Horana South to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

Horana South to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Horana South to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Horana South to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Can I drive from Horana South to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Horana South to Anuradhapura is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Horana South to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 560+ hotels available in Anuradhapura.

Horana South to Anuradhapura - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Horana South to Anuradhapura by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Anuradhapuratrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
5h 11m
Rs 9,743–13,078
Bus via Anuradhapura
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapurabus 15-1-1 / ...
7h 34m
Rs 2,296–2,679
Bus
1. Take the bus from Malagala to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 122/210
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Anuradhapurabus
6h 9m
Drive 217.6 km
1. Drive from Horana South to Anuradhapuracar 217.6 km
3h 44m
Rs 9,727–14,051
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Horana South to Anuradhapurataxi 217.6 km
3h 44m
Rs 23,000–29,000
Taxi, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Horana South to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapurabus
3h 48m
Rs 33,900–143,540
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Malagala to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 122/210
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapuratrain Colombo / ...
6h 27m
Rs 2,896–4,979

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

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Distance: 248.6 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Horana South, Sri Lanka and Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mount Lavinia to Anuradhapura once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Horana South to Anuradhapura via Malagala, Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, and Technical Junction in around 6h 9m.

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