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

The cheapest way to get from Kelaniya to Walpola is to bus which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3500 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kelaniya to Walpola is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Kelaniya and Walpola?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelaniya to Walpola. However, there are services departing from Kadawatha and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kelaniya and Walpola?

No, there is no direct train from Kelaniya to Walpola. However, there are services departing from Maradana and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Kelaniya to Walpola?

The distance between Kelaniya and Walpola is 166 km. The road distance is 153.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Walpola without a car is to bus which takes 2h 16m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Kelaniya to Walpola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Walpola bus from?

Kelaniya to Walpola bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kadawatha station.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Walpola train from?

Kelaniya to Walpola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Maradana station.

Train or bus from Kelaniya to Walpola?

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Walpola is to bus which takes 2h 16m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 6500 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Kelaniya to Walpola bus arrive?

Kelaniya to Walpola bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara station.

Where does the Kelaniya to Walpola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kelaniya to Walpola?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelaniya to Walpola is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Kelaniya to Walpola.

Where can I stay near Walpola?

There are 3636+ hotels available in Walpola.

Kelaniya to Walpola - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kelaniya to Walpola by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus Ex 1-22
2h 16m
Rs 2,943–3,442
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 33m
Rs 2,817–6,145
Drive 153.5 km
1. Drive from Kelaniya to Walpolacar 153.5 km
1h 51m
Rs 6,959–10,052
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kelaniya to Walpolataxi 153.5 km
1h 51m
Rs 42,000–50,000
Bus via Kadawatha
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus
3h 39m
Rs 3,281–4,114

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Distance: 165.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Kelaniya, Sri Lanka and Walpola, Southern, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kadawatha to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 530–590 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 23m.

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