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

The cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Vavuniya is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1400 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Vavuniya is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 18000.

Is there a direct bus between Ratmalana and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ratmalana and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mount Lavinia and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Ratmalana to Vavuniya?

The distance between Ratmalana and Vavuniya is 288 km. The road distance is 267.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Vavuniya without a car is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs Rs. 2296.

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

The bus from Ratmalana to Vavuniya takes 5h 28m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Vavuniya bus from?

Ratmalana to Vavuniya bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ratmalana station.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Vavuniya train from?

Ratmalana to Vavuniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Mount Lavinia station.

Train or bus from Ratmalana to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Vavuniya is to bus which takes 5h 28m and costs Rs. 2296. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Ratmalana to Vavuniya bus arrive?

Ratmalana to Vavuniya bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Vavuniya station.

Where does the Ratmalana to Vavuniya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratmalana to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratmalana to Vavuniya is 268 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Ratmalana to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are 12+ hotels available in Vavuniya.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ratmalana to Vavuniyabus
5h 28m
Rs 2,296
Bus via Pettah
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Vavuniyabus Colombo
8h 42m
Rs 850–1,398
Train
1. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Vavuniyatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
5h 51m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 267.6 km
1. Drive from Ratmalana to Vavuniyacar 267.6 km
4h 25m
Rs 12,098–17,475
Taxi, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Ratmalana to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus
4h 12m

Ratmalana to Vavuniya by bus

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5h 28mAverage Duration

Rs 2,296Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.6 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Ratmalana, Sri Lanka and Vavuniya, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Ratmalana to Vavuniya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,296 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mount Lavinia to Vavuniya once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 5h 51m.

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