What is the cheapest way to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela?

The cheapest way to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela is to train which costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela?

The fastest way to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Kelaniya and Bandarawela?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelaniya to Bandarawela. However, there are services departing from Kaluaggala and arriving at Bandarawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Kelaniya and Bandarawela?

No, there is no direct train from Kelaniya to Bandarawela. However, there are services departing from Ragama and arriving at Bandarawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Kelaniya to Bandarawela?

The distance between Kelaniya and Bandarawela is 180 km. The road distance is 178.8 km.

How do I travel from Kelaniya to Bandarawela without a car?

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 11000.

How long does it take to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Bandarawela bus from?

Kelaniya to Bandarawela bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Kaluaggala station.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Bandarawela train from?

Kelaniya to Bandarawela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train or bus from Kelaniya to Bandarawela?

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 11000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Kelaniya to Bandarawela bus arrive?

Kelaniya to Bandarawela bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Bandarawela station.

Where does the Kelaniya to Bandarawela train arrive?

Kelaniya to Bandarawela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bandarawela station.

Can I drive from Kelaniya to Bandarawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelaniya to Bandarawela is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Kelaniya to Bandarawela.

Where can I stay near Bandarawela?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Bandarawela.

Kelaniya to Bandarawela - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kelaniya to Bandarawela by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kaluaggala to Bandarawelabus Colombo-Badulla / ...
3h 49m
Rs 8,522–10,171
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ragama to Bandarawelatrain Colombo
7h 56m
Rs 4,737–7,262
Drive 178.8 km
1. Drive from Kelaniya to Bandarawelacar 178.8 km
2h 55m
Rs 8,062–11,645
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kelaniya to Bandarawelataxi 178.8 km
2h 55m
Rs 49,000–60,000

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Distance: 180.4 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Kelaniya, Sri Lanka and Bandarawela, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Kaluaggala to Bandarawela twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Bandarawela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 7h 39m.

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