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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Bentota is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Bentota is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Bentota?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Bentota. 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 Bentota?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Bentota. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Bentota via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Bentota?

The distance between Puttalam and Bentota is 203 km. The road distance is 194.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Bentota without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Puttalam to Bentota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Bentota bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Bentota train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Bentota?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Bentota is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Puttalam to Bentota bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Bentota train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Bentota?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Bentota is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Puttalam to Bentota.

Where can I stay near Bentota?

There are 905+ hotels available in Bentota.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Puttalam to Bentota 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 Bentotatrain Maradana
4h 53m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Bentotatrain Maradana
6h 46m
Rs 2,489–5,894
Drive 194.8 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Bentotacar 194.8 km
3h 12m
Rs 8,708–12,577
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Aluthgamabus
5h 8m

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Distance: 203.5 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Puttalam to Bentota via Maradana in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Puttalam to Aluthgama via Pettah and Colombo in around 5h 8m.

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