What is the cheapest way to get from Pettah to Kurunegala?

The cheapest way to get from Pettah to Kurunegala is to bus which costs Rs. 330 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Pettah to Kurunegala?

The fastest way to get from Pettah to Kurunegala is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 4200 - Rs. 6500.

Is there a direct bus between Pettah and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Pettah and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Pettah to Kurunegala?

The distance between Pettah and Kurunegala is 95 km. The road distance is 94.5 km.

How do I travel from Pettah to Kurunegala without a car?

The best way to get from Pettah to Kurunegala without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

How long does it take to get from Pettah to Kurunegala?

The train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegala takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Kurunegala bus from?

Pettah to Kurunegala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Kurunegala train from?

Pettah to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Pettah to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Pettah to Kurunegala is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 330 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h.

Where does the Pettah to Kurunegala bus arrive?

Pettah to Kurunegala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Pettah to Kurunegala train arrive?

Pettah to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Can I drive from Pettah to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Pettah to Kurunegala is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Pettah to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 106+ hotels available in Kurunegala.

Pettah to Kurunegala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Pettah to Kurunegala by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegalatrain Colombo / ...
1h 40m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegalabus 57 / ...
2h
Rs 330–1,200
Drive 94.5 km
1. Drive from Pettah to Kurunegalacar 94.5 km
1h 27m
Rs 4,224–6,100
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pettah to Kurunegalataxi 94.5 km
1h 27m
Rs 26,000–31,000

Pettah to Kurunegala by train

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Distance: 95.5 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Pettah, Sri Lanka and Kurunegala, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegala 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegala every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 330–370 and the journey takes 2h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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