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

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa is to bus which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2800 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 36m and costs Rs. 21000 - Rs. 130000.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Polonnaruwa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Polonnaruwa via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Polonnaruwa is 195 km. The road distance is 199.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2800.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.

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

Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.

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

Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 6500 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Polonnaruwa station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa.

Where can I stay near Polonnaruwa?

There are 135+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa.

Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwa by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Sigiriya Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Polonnaruwataxi
1h 36m
Rs 20,957–128,358
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Polonnaruwabus Wellawatta
5h 58m
Rs 2,300–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Polonnaruwatrain Colombo
6h 22m
Rs 2,855–6,482
Drive 199.3 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Polonnaruwacar 199.3 km
3h 6m
Rs 8,993–12,989
Fly to Batticaloa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)plane CMB - BTC
2. Take the bus from Batticaloa to Polonnaruwabus
4h 4m
Rs 22,607–127,708
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Armour street to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polonnaruwabus Wellawatta
5h 58m

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

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,926Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.9 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Pettah to Polonnaruwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,800 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Polonnaruwa twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 4h 32m.

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