There are 4 ways to get from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa by train, bus, car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwatrain Colombo
3h 18mRs 1,686–3,472Bus
- Take the bus from Kurunegala to Dambullabus Colombo / ...
- Take the bus from Dambulla to Polonnaruwabus Wellawatta
3h 33mRs 2,515–5,106Drive 122.6 km
- Drive from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwacar 122.6 km
1h 57mRs 5,506–7,953Taxi
- Take the taxi from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwataxi 122.6 km
1h 57mRs 6,000–7,500
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3500 and takes 3h 18m.
The fastest way to get from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8000.
No, there is no direct bus from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Kurunegala and arriving at Polonnaruwa via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.
No, there is no direct train from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Kurunegala and arriving at Polonnaruwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
The distance between Kurunegala and Polonnaruwa is 169 km. The road distance is 122.6 km.
The best way to get from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3500.
It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.
Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kurunegala station.
Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kurunegala station.
The best way to get from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 5500 and takes 3h 33m.
What companies run services between Kurunegala, Sri Lanka and Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa via Dambulla and Dambulla in around 3h 33m.
- Phone
- +94 114 600 111
- Website
- Sri Lanka Railways
Train from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 14m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- Rs 1,300–3,100
- Website
- Sri Lanka Railways
- 2nd Class Fare
- Rs 1,300–1,900
- 3rd Class Fare
- Rs 1,300–1,600
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Rs 2,400–3,100
- Phone
- +94 011-2587372
- [email protected]
- Website
- National Transport Commission
Bus from Kurunegala to Dambulla
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- Rs 210–240
- Website
- National Transport Commission
- Schedules at
- NTC Schedules
- Standard
- Rs 210–240
- Semi Lux
- Rs 230–330
- Super Lux
- Rs 440–550
- Phone
- +94 777 382 186
- [email protected]
- Website
- Superline Travels
Bus from Kurunegala to Dambulla
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- Rs 2,300–2,600
- Website
- Superline Travels
Bus from Dambulla to Polonnaruwa
- Ave. Duration
- 57 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- Rs 2,300–2,600
- Website
- Superline Travels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Estimated price
- Rs 6,000–7,500
Kurunegala Taxi
- Phone
- +94 72 48 54 606
- Website
- kurunegalataxi.com
Pickme
- Phone
- +94117433433
- Website
- pickme.lk
Shan Cabs
- Phone
- +94 77 67 47 747
- Website
- shancab.com
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How do I buy a London Underground ticket?, Travelling to the UK: What do I need to know?, and Which side of Niagara Falls should I choose (and how do I get there)? - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
More Questions & Answers
Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Dambulla station.
Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polonnaruwa station.
Yes, the driving distance between Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Kurunegala to Polonnaruwa.
There are 135+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa.











