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

The cheapest way to get from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 1200 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 45m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Peliyagoda and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Oliyamulla Bus stop and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Peliyagoda and Nuwara Eliya is 154 km. The road distance is 153.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

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

Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Can I drive from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 973+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya.

Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliya by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Hatton, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
1h 45m
Rs 23,715–131,564
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
5h 24m
Rs 500–1,200
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ragama to Ulapanetrain Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Ulapane to Nuwara Eliyataxi
5h 20m
Rs 5,074–9,126
Drive 153.4 km
1. Drive from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliyacar 153.4 km
2h 42m
Rs 6,868–9,921
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Peliyagoda to Nuwara Eliyataxi 153.4 km
2h 42m
Rs 42,000–50,000
Fly to Kandy, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2. Take the taxi from Kandy (KDW) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
2h 43m
Rs 26,215–134,764

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 13,960Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route every 4 hours.

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