What is the cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella?

The cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1200 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella?

The fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Ratmalana and Dikwella?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratmalana to Dikwella. However, there are services departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Dickwella via Panadura and Matara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Ratmalana and Dikwella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Wewurukannala. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ratmalana to Dikwella?

The distance between Ratmalana and Dikwella is 161 km. The road distance is 161.4 km.

How do I travel from Ratmalana to Dikwella without a car?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100.

How long does it take to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella?

The train from Ratmalana to Wewurukannala takes 3h 58m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Dikwella bus from?

Ratmalana to Dikwella bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Panadura station.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Dikwella train from?

Ratmalana to Dikwella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ratmalana station.

Train or bus from Ratmalana to Dikwella?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Dikwella is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100. Alternatively, you can bus via Matara, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2300 and takes 4h.

Where does the Ratmalana to Dikwella bus arrive?

Ratmalana to Dikwella bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara station.

Where does the Ratmalana to Dikwella train arrive?

Ratmalana to Dikwella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Wewurukannala station.

Can I drive from Ratmalana to Dikwella?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratmalana to Dikwella is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Ratmalana to Dikwella.

Where can I stay near Dikwella?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Dikwella.

Ratmalana to Dikwella - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ratmalana to Wewurukannalatrain Maradana
3h 58m
Rs 240–3,100
Bus via Matara
1. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
4h
Rs 1,198–2,255
Drive 161.4 km
1. Drive from Ratmalana to Dikwellacar 161.4 km
2h 5m
Rs 7,252–10,474
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratmalana to Dikwellataxi 161.4 km
2h 5m
Rs 46,000–55,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Dickwellabus
4h 15m
Rs 900–1,200

Ratmalana to Dikwella by train

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Distance: 160.7 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Ratmalana, Sri Lanka and Dikwella, Southern, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ratmalana to Wewurukannala twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Panadura to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 440–490 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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