What is the cheapest way to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa?

The cheapest way to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa is to train which costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa?

The fastest way to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 19000.

Is there a direct bus between Maha Oya and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Maha Oya to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Kochchikade and arriving at Batticaloa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Maha Oya and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct train from Maha Oya to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Gampaha and arriving at Batticaloa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Maha Oya to Batticaloa?

The distance between Maha Oya and Batticaloa is 355 km. The road distance is 288.5 km.

How do I travel from Maha Oya to Batticaloa without a car?

The best way to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

How long does it take to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maha Oya to Batticaloa bus from?

Maha Oya to Batticaloa bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kochchikade station.

Where do I catch the Maha Oya to Batticaloa train from?

Maha Oya to Batticaloa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Gampaha station.

Train, bus or fly from Maha Oya to Batticaloa?

The best way to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 29m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 150000 and takes 25h 58m.

Where does the Maha Oya to Batticaloa bus arrive?

Maha Oya to Batticaloa bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Maha Oya to Batticaloa train arrive?

Maha Oya to Batticaloa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Batticaloa station.

Can I drive from Maha Oya to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Maha Oya to Batticaloa is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Maha Oya to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 55+ hotels available in Batticaloa.

Maha Oya to Batticaloa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Maha Oya to Batticaloa by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Batticaloatrain Colombo
5h 1m
Rs 6,714–9,699
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kochchikade to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloabus Wellawatta
8h 29m
Drive 288.5 km
1. Drive from Maha Oya to Batticaloacar 288.5 km
4h 56m
Rs 12,718–18,370
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maha Oya to Batticaloataxi 288.5 km
4h 56m
Rs 47,000–60,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa (BTC)plane CMB - BTC
25h 58m
Rs 23,931–145,838

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

7Weekly Planes

25h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 19,306Cheapest Price

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Distance: 354.6 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Maha Oya, Western, Sri Lanka and Batticaloa, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Batticaloa twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Maha Oya to Batticaloa via Kochchikade, Pettah, and Colombo Pettah in around 8h 29m.

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