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

The cheapest way to get from Kegalle to Wattala is to bus which costs Rs. 280 - Rs. 310 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kegalle to Wattala is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 4600.

Is there a direct bus between Kegalle and Wattala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kegalle to Wattala. However, there are services departing from Kegalle and arriving at Wattala via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Kegalle and Wattala?

No, there is no direct train from Kegalle to Wattala. However, there are services departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Hunupitiya via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Kegalle to Wattala?

The distance between Kegalle and Wattala is 76 km. The road distance is 70.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kegalle to Wattala without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Kegalle to Wattala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Wattala bus from?

Kegalle to Wattala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kegalle station.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Wattala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kegalle to Wattala?

The best way to get from Kegalle to Wattala is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 280 - Rs. 310 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Kegalle to Wattala bus arrive?

Kegalle to Wattala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kegalle to Wattala train arrive?

Kegalle to Wattala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Kegalle to Wattala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kegalle to Wattala is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Kegalle to Wattala.

Where can I stay near Wattala?

There are 1587+ hotels available in Wattala.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Polgahawela to Ragamatrain Badulla / ...
2h 18m
Rs 3,036–6,670
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kegalle to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Colombo
4h 13m
Rs 280–310
Drive 70.4 km
1. Drive from Kegalle to Wattalacar 70.4 km
1h 8m
Rs 3,178–4,590
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kegalle to Wattalataxi 70.4 km
1h 8m
Rs 19,000–23,000
Bus via Nittambuwa
1. Take the bus from Kegalle to Nittambuwabus Colombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Armour streetbus
4h 15m

Kegalle to Wattala by bus and foot

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4h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.7 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Polgahawela to Ragama every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kegalle to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 280–310 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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