What is the cheapest way to get from Nilaveli to Bentota?

The cheapest way to get from Nilaveli to Bentota is to bus which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nilaveli to Bentota?

The fastest way to get from Nilaveli to Bentota is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs Rs. 14000 - Rs. 21000.

Is there a direct bus between Nilaveli and Bentota?

No, there is no direct bus from Nilaveli to Bentota. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Aluthgama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Nilaveli and Bentota?

No, there is no direct train from Nilaveli to Bentota. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Bentota via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Nilaveli to Bentota?

The distance between Nilaveli and Bentota is 338 km. The road distance is 320.3 km.

How do I travel from Nilaveli to Bentota without a car?

The best way to get from Nilaveli to Bentota without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3400.

How long does it take to get from Nilaveli to Bentota?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Nilaveli to Bentota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nilaveli to Bentota bus from?

Nilaveli to Bentota bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Trincomalee station.

Where do I catch the Nilaveli to Bentota train from?

Nilaveli to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Trincomalee station.

Train or bus from Nilaveli to Bentota?

The best way to get from Nilaveli to Bentota is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 8000 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Nilaveli to Bentota bus arrive?

Nilaveli to Bentota bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Aluthgama station.

Where does the Nilaveli to Bentota train arrive?

Nilaveli to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Nilaveli to Bentota?

Yes, the driving distance between Nilaveli to Bentota is 320 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Nilaveli to Bentota.

Where can I stay near Bentota?

There are 906+ hotels available in Bentota.

Nilaveli to Bentota - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nilaveli to Bentota by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Aluthgamabus
6h 39m
Rs 2,480–3,349
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
2. Take the train from Maradana to Bentotatrain Maradana
8h 57m
Rs 3,906–7,862
Drive 320.3 km
1. Drive from Nilaveli to Bentotacar 320.3 km
5h 5m
Rs 14,466–20,895
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Colombo to Aluthgamabus
8h 58m
Rs 3,171–8,162

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Distance: 338.1 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Nilaveli, Sri Lanka and Bentota, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Trincomalee to Aluthgama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,000–1,600 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Nilaveli to Bentota via Trincomalee and Maradana in around 8h 57m.

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