What is the cheapest way to get from Tangalle to Gampola?

The cheapest way to get from Tangalle to Gampola is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1800 and takes 8h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tangalle to Gampola?

The fastest way to get from Tangalle to Gampola is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Tangalle and Gampola?

No, there is no direct bus from Tangalle to Gampola. However, there are services departing from Tangalle and arriving at Gampola via Nittambuwa and Kandy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Tangalle and Gampola?

No, there is no direct train from Tangalle to Gampola. However, there are services departing from Beliatta and arriving at Gampola via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Tangalle to Gampola?

The distance between Tangalle and Gampola is 328 km. The road distance is 202.7 km.

How do I travel from Tangalle to Gampola without a car?

The best way to get from Tangalle to Gampola without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 34m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 4700.

How long does it take to get from Tangalle to Gampola?

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Tangalle to Gampola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tangalle to Gampola bus from?

Tangalle to Gampola bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Tangalle station.

Where do I catch the Tangalle to Gampola train from?

Tangalle to Gampola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Beliatta station.

Train or bus from Tangalle to Gampola?

The best way to get from Tangalle to Gampola is to train which takes 9h 36m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1800 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Tangalle to Gampola bus arrive?

Tangalle to Gampola bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Where does the Tangalle to Gampola train arrive?

Tangalle to Gampola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Tangalle to Gampola?

Yes, the driving distance between Tangalle to Gampola is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Tangalle to Gampola.

Where can I stay near Gampola?

There are 1349+ hotels available in Gampola.

Tangalle to Gampola - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tangalle to Gampola by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Gampolatrain Colombo
7h 34m
Rs 2,519–4,628
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tangalle to Nittambuwabus
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
8h 52m
Rs 1,329–1,718
Train
1. Take the train from Beliatta to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Gampolatrain Colombo
9h 36m
Rs 5,239–10,590
Drive 202.7 km
1. Drive from Tangalle to Gampolacar 202.7 km
3h 52m
Rs 8,916–12,878

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Distance: 328.1 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Tangalle, Sri Lanka and Gampola, Central, Sri Lanka?

You can take a vehicle from Tangalle to Gampola via Beliatta and Fort Station in around 9h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tangalle to Gampola via Nittambuwa, Kandy Good Shed Bus Station, and Kandy in around 8h 52m.

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