What is the cheapest way to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla?

The cheapest way to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla is to bus and Mini Bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 3100 and takes 11h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla?

The fastest way to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Thanamalwila and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Thanamalwila to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Thanamalwila and arriving at Dambulla via Welimada and Kandy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

How far is it from Thanamalwila to Dambulla?

The distance between Thanamalwila and Dambulla is 425 km. The road distance is 224.9 km.

How do I travel from Thanamalwila to Dambulla without a car?

The best way to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla without a car is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 11h 29m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 3100.

How long does it take to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla?

It takes approximately 11h 29m to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thanamalwila to Dambulla bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Thanamalwila to Dambulla?

The best way to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 11h 29m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 3100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 16000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 23h 2m.

Where does the Thanamalwila to Dambulla bus arrive?

Thanamalwila to Dambulla bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Welimada station.

Can I drive from Thanamalwila to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Thanamalwila to Dambulla is 225 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Thanamalwila to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Dambulla.

Thanamalwila to Dambulla - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, Mini Bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Thanamalwila to Dambulla by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus, Mini Bus
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1. Take the bus from Thanamalwila to Welimadabus
2. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Kandy to Dambullabus
11h 29m
Rs 2,221–3,018
Bus, train via Ella
1. Take the bus from Thanamalwila to Ellabus
2. Take the train from Ella to Polgahawelatrain
3. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Dambullabus
12h 59m
Rs 2,920–5,285
Drive 224.9 km
1. Drive from Thanamalwila to Dambullacar 224.9 km
4h 13m
Rs 10,144–14,652
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thanamalwila to Dambullataxi 224.9 km
4h 13m
Rs 24,000–30,000
Fly
1. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane WRZ - GIU
23h 2m
Rs 16,918–99,708
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thanamalwila to Gampolabus
2. Take the train from Gampola to Polgahawelatrain
3. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Dambullabus
12h 28m
Rs 4,407–6,701
Bus, train via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Thanamalwila to Ellabus
2. Take the train from Ella to Polgahawelatrain
3. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Dambullabus
13h 28m
Rs 4,420–6,785

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

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22h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 425.4 km
Duration: 11h 29m

What companies run services between Thanamalwila, Sri Lanka and Dambulla, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Thanamalwila to Dambulla via Welimada and Kandy in around 11h 29m. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) once daily.

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