What is the cheapest way to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam?

The cheapest way to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam?

The fastest way to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Peradeniya and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Peradeniya station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Peradeniya and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Peradeniya to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Peradeniya and arriving at Puttalam via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Peradeniya to Puttalam?

The distance between Peradeniya and Puttalam is 254 km. The road distance is 127.5 km.

How do I travel from Peradeniya to Puttalam without a car?

The best way to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam?

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peradeniya to Puttalam bus from?

Peradeniya to Puttalam bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Peradeniya to Puttalam train from?

Peradeniya to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Peradeniya station.

Train or bus from Peradeniya to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Peradeniya to Puttalam bus arrive?

Peradeniya to Puttalam bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Peradeniya to Puttalam train arrive?

Peradeniya to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Peradeniya to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Peradeniya to Puttalam is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Peradeniya to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 120+ hotels available in Puttalam.

Peradeniya to Puttalam - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Peradeniya to Puttalam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Peradeniya to Fort Stationtrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalambus
6h 6m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peradeniya to Ragamatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Ragama to Puttalamtrain Colombo
6h 53m
Rs 2,456–5,946
Drive 127.5 km
1. Drive from Peradeniya to Puttalamcar 127.5 km
2h 21m
Rs 5,728–8,273
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Peradeniya to Puttalamtaxi 127.5 km
2h 21m
Rs 9,000–11,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalambus
7h 6m

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Distance: 253.6 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Peradeniya, Sri Lanka and Puttalam, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Peradeniya to Puttalam via Ragama in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sarasavi Uyana to Puttalam via Kandy, Kandy Good Shed Bus Station, Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, and Pettah in around 7h 6m.

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