What is the cheapest way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam?

The cheapest way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam is to train which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 7500 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam?

The fastest way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs Rs. 13000 - Rs. 20000.

Is there a direct bus between Nuwara Eliya and Mankulam?

No, there is no direct bus from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam. However, there are services departing from Nuwara Eliya and arriving at Kanagarayankulam via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Nuwara Eliya and Mankulam?

No, there is no direct train from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam. However, there are services departing from Nanuoya and arriving at Mankulam via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

How far is it from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam?

The distance between Nuwara Eliya and Mankulam is 352 km. The road distance is 296.1 km.

How do I travel from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam without a car?

The best way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam without a car is to taxi and train which takes 8h 24m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 9500.

How long does it take to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam bus from?

Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Nuwara Eliya station.

Where do I catch the Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam train from?

Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Nanuoya station.

Train or bus from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam?

The best way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam is to bus which takes 10h 39m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 4500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 7500 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam bus arrive?

Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam train arrive?

Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam is 296 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam.

Where can I stay near Mankulam?

There are two+ hotels available in Mankulam.

Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Nuwara Eliya to Ulapanetaxi
2. Take the train from Ulapane to Polgahawelatrain
3. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Mankulamtrain
8h 24m
Rs 5,287–9,494
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nanuoya to Polgahawelatrain Badulla
2. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Mankulamtrain Colombo / ...
11h 21m
Rs 3,276–7,228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Kanagarayankulambus
10h 39m
Rs 3,650–4,501
Drive 296.1 km
1. Drive from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulamcar 296.1 km
5h 18m
Rs 13,353–19,287
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulamtaxi 296.1 km
5h 18m
Rs 14,000–18,000

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Distance: 352 km
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka and Mankulam, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, Technical Junction, and Kanagarayankulam in around 10h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nuwara Eliya to Mankulam via Nanuoya, Nanuoya, and Polgahawela Junction in around 11h 21m.

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