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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Aluthgama is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Aluthgama is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Aluthgama?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Aluthgama. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Aluthgama via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Aluthgama?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Aluthgama. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Aluthgama via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Aluthgama?

The distance between Puttalam and Aluthgama is 202 km. The road distance is 193.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Aluthgama without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Puttalam to Aluthgama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Aluthgama bus from?

Puttalam to Aluthgama bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Puttalam station.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Aluthgama train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Aluthgama?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Aluthgama is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Puttalam to Aluthgama bus arrive?

Puttalam to Aluthgama bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Puttalam to Aluthgama train arrive?

Puttalam to Aluthgama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Aluthgama?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Aluthgama is 193 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Puttalam to Aluthgama.

Where can I stay near Aluthgama?

There are 899+ hotels available in Aluthgama.

Puttalam to Aluthgama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Puttalam to Aluthgama by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Aluthgamatrain Maradana
4h 50m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Aluthgamatrain Maradana
6h 43m
Rs 2,489–5,894
Drive 193.4 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Aluthgamacar 193.4 km
3h 10m
Rs 8,687–12,548
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Aluthgamabus
5h 8m

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Distance: 202.2 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Puttalam, Sri Lanka and Aluthgama, Western, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Puttalam to Aluthgama via Maradana in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Puttalam to Aluthgama via Pettah and Colombo in around 5h 8m.

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