What is the cheapest way to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa?

The cheapest way to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3400 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa?

The fastest way to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 4400.

Is there a direct bus between Valaichchenai and Polonnaruwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oddaimavadi and arriving at Polonnaruwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Valaichchenai and Polonnaruwa?

No, there is no direct train from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Valaichchenai and arriving at Polonnaruwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa?

The distance between Valaichchenai and Polonnaruwa is 64 km. The road distance is 66.5 km.

How do I travel from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa without a car?

The best way to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 1h 19m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2600.

How long does it take to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa?

The bus from Oddaimavadi to Polonnaruwa takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa bus from?

Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Oddaimavadi station.

Where do I catch the Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa train from?

Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Valaichchenai station.

Train or bus from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa?

The best way to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa is to bus which takes 1h 19m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3400 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa bus arrive?

Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Polonnaruwa station.

Where does the Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa train arrive?

Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polonnaruwa station.

Can I drive from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa is 67 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa.

Where can I stay near Polonnaruwa?

There are 135+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa.

Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Oddaimavadi to Polonnaruwabus Kalmunai
1h 19m
Rs 2,300–2,600
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwatrain Batticaloa
1h 26m
Rs 1,591–3,334
Drive 66.5 km
1. Drive from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwacar 66.5 km
1h 5m
Rs 3,002–4,336
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwataxi 66.5 km
1h 5m
Rs 3,400–4,100

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Distance: 63.9 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Valaichchenai, Sri Lanka and Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Oddaimavadi to Polonnaruwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Valaichchenai to Polonnaruwa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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