What is the cheapest way to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy?

The cheapest way to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy is to bus which costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 4800 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy?

The fastest way to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 34000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Kegalle and Kattankudy?

No, there is no direct bus from Kegalle to Kattankudy. However, there are services departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Kattankudi via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Kegalle and Kattankudy?

No, there is no direct train from Kegalle to Kattankudy. However, there are services departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Batticaloa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Kegalle to Kattankudy?

The distance between Kegalle and Kattankudy is 279 km. The road distance is 221.8 km.

How do I travel from Kegalle to Kattankudy without a car?

The best way to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs Rs. 4200 - Rs. 7000.

How long does it take to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Kattankudy bus from?

Kegalle to Kattankudy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Polgahawela station.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Kattankudy train from?

Kegalle to Kattankudy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Polgahawela station.

Train or bus from Kegalle to Kattankudy?

The best way to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs Rs. 4200 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 4800 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Kegalle to Kattankudy bus arrive?

Kegalle to Kattankudy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Kegalle to Kattankudy train arrive?

Kegalle to Kattankudy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Batticaloa station.

Can I drive from Kegalle to Kattankudy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kegalle to Kattankudy is 222 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Kegalle to Kattankudy.

Where can I stay near Kattankudy?

There are 55+ hotels available in Kattankudy.

Kegalle to Kattankudy - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kegalle to Kattankudy by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Kegalle to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)plane CMB - BTC
2h 5m
Rs 34,200–141,591
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kattankudibus Wellawatta
5h 59m
Rs 3,972–4,713
Train
1. Take the train from Polgahawela to Batticaloatrain Colombo
5h 14m
Rs 4,236–6,570
Drive 221.8 km
1. Drive from Kegalle to Kattankudycar 221.8 km
4h
Rs 10,017–14,469
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kegalle to Kattankudytaxi 221.8 km
4h
Rs 11,000–14,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa Airport (BTC) flights

28Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

Rs 16,456Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.1 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Kegalle, Sri Lanka and Kattankudy, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Polgahawela to Batticaloa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kegalle to Kattankudi via Polgahawela and Dambulla in around 5h 59m.

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