What is the cheapest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya?

The cheapest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya is to bus via Vavuniya which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya?

The fastest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Polonnaruwa and Vavuniya?

No, there is no direct bus from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya. However, there are services departing from Polonnaruwa and arriving at Vavuniya via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Polonnaruwa and Vavuniya?

No, there is no direct train from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya. However, there are services departing from Polonnaruwa and arriving at Vavuniya via Maho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya?

The distance between Polonnaruwa and Vavuniya is 172 km. The road distance is 142.5 km.

How do I travel from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya without a car?

The best way to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya bus from?

Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Polonnaruwa station.

Where do I catch the Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya train from?

Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Polonnaruwa station.

Train or bus from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6500 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya bus arrive?

Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya train arrive?

Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maho Junction station.

Can I drive from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya is 142 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are 14+ hotels available in Vavuniya.

Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Polonnaruwa to Dambullabus Kalmunai
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus
3h 44m
Bus via Vavuniya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polonnaruwa to Dambullabus Kalmunai
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus Colombo
5h
Rs 2,723–2,928
Train
1. Take the train from Polonnaruwa to Maho Junctiontrain Batticaloa
2. Take the train from Maho to Vavuniyatrain Colombo / ...
5h 53m
Rs 2,773–6,441
Drive 142.5 km
1. Drive from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniyacar 142.5 km
2h 27m
Rs 6,396–9,239
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniyataxi 142.5 km
2h 27m
Rs 7,000–9,000

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Distance: 171.6 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka and Vavuniya, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya via Dambulla and Dambulla in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Polonnaruwa to Vavuniya via Polonnaruwa and Maho in around 5h 53m.

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