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

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela is to train which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 4200.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Polgahawela via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Polgahawela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Polgahawela is 65 km. The road distance is 64 km.

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

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus via Pettah, which costs and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Polgahawela bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ja-Ela to Polgahawela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Polgahawela is 64 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela.

Where can I stay near Polgahawela?

There are 142+ hotels available in Polgahawela.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ja-ela to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Polgahawelatrain Colombo / ...
2h 6m
Rs 2,372–5,723
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Polgahawelabus
3h 13m
Drive 64 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Polgahawelacar 64 km
1h 6m
Rs 2,874–4,151
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Polgahawelataxi 64 km
1h 6m
Rs 17,000–21,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Wellawattabus
2. Take the bus from Wellawatta to Polgahawelabus Colombo-Trincomalee
3h 55m

Ja-Ela to Polgahawela by train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Ja-ela to Polgahawela via Ragama in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ja-Ela to Polgahawela via Pettah and Colombo in around 3h 13m.

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