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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Weligama is to train which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Weligama is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Weligama?

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

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Weligama?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Weligama. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Weligama via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Weligama?

The distance between Puttalam and Weligama is 285 km. The road distance is 272.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Weligama without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Puttalam to Weligama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Weligama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Weligama train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Weligama?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Weligama is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Puttalam to Weligama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Weligama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Weligama?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Weligama is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Puttalam to Weligama.

Where can I stay near Weligama?

There are 4459+ hotels available in Weligama.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Puttalam to Weligama 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 Weligamatrain Maradana
6h 38m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Weligamatrain Maradana
8h 31m
Rs 1,529–6,094
Bus
1. Take the bus from Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Weligamabus
6h 46m
Drive 272.9 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Weligamacar 272.9 km
3h 38m
Rs 11,672–16,859
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Weligamataxi 272.9 km
3h 38m
Rs 42,000–50,000

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Distance: 285.5 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Puttalam to Weligama via Pettah and Colombo in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Puttalam to Weligama via Maradana in around 8h 31m.

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