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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Kinniya is to train which costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 7000 and takes 12h 43m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Kinniya?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Kinniya. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Trincomalee via Medawachchiya and Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Kinniya?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Kinniya. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at China Bay via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 43m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Kinniya?

The distance between Puttalam and Kinniya is 313 km. The road distance is 192.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Kinniya without a car is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Puttalam to Kinniya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Kinniya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Kinniya train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Kinniya?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Kinniya is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 7000 and takes 12h 43m.

Where does the Puttalam to Kinniya bus arrive?

Puttalam to Kinniya bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Medawachchiya station.

Where does the Puttalam to Kinniya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Kinniya?

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

Where can I stay near Kinniya?

There are 427+ hotels available in Kinniya.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Medawachchiyabus
2. Take the bus from Medawachchiya to Dambullabus
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Trincomaleebus
7h 12m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to China Baytrain Colombo- Trincomalee
12h 43m
Rs 3,126–6,874
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Rambewabus
2. Take the taxi from Rambewa to Kinniyataxi
3h 20m
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Palampoddarubus
9h 9m
Drive 192.8 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Kinniyacar 192.8 km
3h 10m
Rs 8,619–12,450
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Kinniyataxi 192.8 km
3h 10m
Rs 13,000–17,000

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Distance: 312.8 km
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Puttalam to Kinniya via Medawachchiya, Dambulla, and Trincomalee in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Puttalam to Kinniya via Ragama, Ragama, and China Bay in around 12h 43m.

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