What is the cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 1400 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 25m and costs Rs. 16000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Katunayake station to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Katunayake and Nuwara Eliya is 127 km. The road distance is 154.1 km.

How do I travel from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 1400.

How long does it take to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Can I drive from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 989+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya.

Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya - 6 ways to travel via plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliya by plane, taxi, bus, or car

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Fly Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
1h 25m
Rs 16,416–115,975
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
5h 40m
Rs 600–1,350
Drive 154.1 km
1. Drive from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliyacar 154.1 km
2h 40m
Rs 6,952–10,042
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katunayake to Nuwara Eliyataxi 154.1 km
2h 40m
Rs 42,000–50,000
Fly Colombo Airport to Victoria Resevour Kandy, taxi
1. Fly from Colombo Airport to Victoria Resevour Kandyplane
2. Take the taxi from Victoria Resevour Kandy to Nuwara Eliyataxi
1h 59m
Rs 58,923–59,723
Fly Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2. Take the taxi from Kandy (KDW) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
2h 23m
Rs 19,183–119,977

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.2 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Katunayake, Sri Lanka and Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route every 4 hours.

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