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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Hikkaduwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Hikkaduwa via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Hikkaduwa?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Hikkaduwa via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa?

The distance between Puttalam and Hikkaduwa is 238 km. The road distance is 239.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Hikkaduwa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Hikkaduwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Puttalam to Hikkaduwa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Hikkaduwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Hikkaduwa is 239 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa.

Where can I stay near Hikkaduwa?

There are 2848+ hotels available in Hikkaduwa.

Puttalam to Hikkaduwa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwatrain Maradana
5h 26m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Hikkaduwatrain Maradana
7h 19m
Rs 2,489–5,994
Drive 239.2 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Hikkaduwacar 239.2 km
3h 25m
Rs 10,755–15,534
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Hikkaduwataxi 239.2 km
3h 25m
Rs 36,000–44,000
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
5h 24m
Rs 47,657–167,713
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwabus
5h 52m

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 16,972Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.9 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa via Maradana in around 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Puttalam to Hikkaduwa via Pettah and Colombo in around 5h 52m.

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