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How to get fromPuttalam to Mannar Islandby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Puttalam to Mannar Island by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Kokavilbus bus
    2. Take the taxi from Kokavil to Mannar Islandtaxi taxi
    5h 13m

  2. Drive 175.5 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Puttalam to Mannar Islandcar car 175.5 km
    3h 16m
    Rs 7,956–11,492

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Mannar Islandtaxi taxi 175.5 km
    3h 16m
    Rs 8,500–11,000

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 301.3 km
  • Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Puttalam, Sri Lanka and Mannar Island, Sri Lanka?

There is no direct connection from Puttalam to Mannar Island. However, you can take the bus to Kokavil then take the taxi to Mannar Island. Alternatively, you can drive from Puttalam to Mannar Island in around 3h 16m.

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