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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Gampola is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Gampola is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Gampola?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Gampola. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Gampola via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Kandy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Gampola?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Gampola. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Gampola via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Gampola?

The distance between Puttalam and Gampola is 281 km. The road distance is 141.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Gampola without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Puttalam to Gampola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Gampola bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Gampola train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Gampola?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Gampola is to bus which takes 7h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Puttalam to Gampola bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Gampola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Gampola?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Gampola is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Puttalam to Gampola.

Where can I stay near Gampola?

There are 1490+ hotels available in Gampola.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Gampolatrain Colombo
6h 51m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Gampolatrain Colombo
7h 42m
Rs 2,476–5,974
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
7h 46m
Drive 141.1 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Gampolacar 141.1 km
2h 37m
Rs 6,349–9,171
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Gampolataxi 141.1 km
2h 37m
Rs 10,000–12,000

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Distance: 281.4 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Puttalam, Sri Lanka and Gampola, Central, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Puttalam to Gampola via Pettah, Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, Kandy Good Shed Bus Station, and Kandy in around 7h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Puttalam to Gampola via Ragama in around 7h 42m.

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