What is the cheapest way to get from Padukka to Batticaloa?

The cheapest way to get from Padukka to Batticaloa is to bus which costs Rs. 4200 - Rs. 5500 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Padukka to Batticaloa?

The fastest way to get from Padukka to Batticaloa is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 39m and costs Rs. 33000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Padukka and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Padukka to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Malagala and arriving at Batticaloa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Padukka and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct train from Padukka to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Gampaha and arriving at Batticaloa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Padukka to Batticaloa?

The distance between Padukka and Batticaloa is 266 km. The road distance is 288 km.

How do I travel from Padukka to Batticaloa without a car?

The best way to get from Padukka to Batticaloa without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 16000.

How long does it take to get from Padukka to Batticaloa?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Padukka to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padukka to Batticaloa bus from?

Padukka to Batticaloa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Padukka to Batticaloa train from?

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

Train or bus from Padukka to Batticaloa?

The best way to get from Padukka to Batticaloa is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 4200 - Rs. 5500 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Padukka to Batticaloa bus arrive?

Padukka to Batticaloa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Batticaloa station.

Where does the Padukka to Batticaloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Padukka to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Padukka to Batticaloa is 288 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Padukka to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 59+ hotels available in Batticaloa.

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

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

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Padukka to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)plane CMB - BTC
1h 39m
Rs 33,305–149,280
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloabus Wellawatta
8h 58m
Rs 4,277–5,229
Train
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Batticaloatrain Colombo
5h 13m
Rs 11,965–15,904
Drive 288 km
1. Drive from Padukka to Batticaloacar 288 km
5h 14m
Rs 12,872–18,593
Train via Ragama
1. Take the train from Ragama to Batticaloatrain Colombo
8h 52m
Rs 11,017–14,784

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

28Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

Rs 17,178Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.1 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Padukka, 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, Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,900 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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