What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura is to fly and bus which takes 3h 7m and costs Rs. 19000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Anuradhapura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Anuradhapura via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Anuradhapura is 192 km. The road distance is 171.9 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura?

The bus from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura takes 2h 51m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura bus from?

Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ja-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura train from?

Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 553+ hotels available in Anuradhapura.

Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapurabus
2h 51m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ragama to Anuradhapuratrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
4h 51m
Rs 2,472–5,923
Drive 171.9 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapuracar 171.9 km
3h 11m
Rs 7,754–11,200
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapurataxi 171.9 km
3h 11m
Rs 47,000–60,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapurabus
3h 7m
Rs 18,997–125,928

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

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,926Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.7 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Ja-Ela to Anuradhapura twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Anuradhapura once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 37m.

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