What is the cheapest way to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura is to drive which costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura?

The fastest way to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Makandura and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Makandura to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Wennappuwa and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Makandura and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Makandura to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Gampaha and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Makandura to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Makandura and Anuradhapura is 177 km. The road distance is 143.9 km.

How do I travel from Makandura to Anuradhapura without a car?

The best way to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Makandura to Anuradhapura bus from?

Makandura to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Wennappuwa station.

Where do I catch the Makandura to Anuradhapura train from?

Makandura to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Gampaha station.

Train or bus from Makandura to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 13000 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Makandura to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

Makandura to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Where does the Makandura to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Makandura to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Can I drive from Makandura to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Makandura to Anuradhapura is 144 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Makandura to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 560+ hotels available in Anuradhapura.

Makandura to Anuradhapura - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Makandura to Anuradhapura by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wennappuwa to Anuradhapurabus
2h 38m
Drive 143.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Makandura to Anuradhapuracar 143.9 km
2h 42m
Rs 6,446–9,311
Train
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Anuradhapuratrain Colombo / ...
3h 55m
Rs 9,372–12,640
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Makandura to Anuradhapurataxi 143.9 km
2h 42m
Rs 39,000–47,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapurabus
3h 30m
Rs 22,281–129,810

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,757Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Makandura, North Western, Sri Lanka and Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Wennappuwa to Anuradhapura twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Anuradhapura 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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