What is the cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Horana South?

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Horana South is to bus via Colombo which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3400 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Horana South?

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Horana South is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 18000.

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Horana South?

No, there is no direct bus from Vavuniya to Horana South. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Panadura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Horana South?

No, there is no direct train from Vavuniya to Horana South. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Mount Lavinia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Horana South?

The distance between Vavuniya and Horana South is 298 km. The road distance is 278.3 km.

How do I travel from Vavuniya to Horana South without a car?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Horana South without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

How long does it take to get from Vavuniya to Horana South?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Vavuniya to Horana South, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Horana South bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Horana South train from?

Vavuniya to Horana South train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Vavuniya station.

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Horana South?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Horana South is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 5000 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Horana South bus arrive?

Vavuniya to Horana South bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Panadura station.

Where does the Vavuniya to Horana South train arrive?

Vavuniya to Horana South train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Horana South?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Horana South is 278 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Vavuniya to Horana South.

Where can I stay near Horana South?

There are 532+ hotels available in Horana South.

Vavuniya to Horana South - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Vavuniya to Horana South by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Mount Laviniatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
5h 28m
Rs 9,379–13,168
Bus via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
8h 44m
Rs 2,410–3,362
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Panadurabus
5h 30m
Rs 4,373–4,957
Drive 278.3 km
1. Drive from Vavuniya to Horana Southcar 278.3 km
4h 26m
Rs 12,487–18,036
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vavuniya to Horana Southtaxi 278.3 km
4h 26m
Rs 30,000–37,000

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Distance: 298.2 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Vavuniya, Sri Lanka and Horana South, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Vavuniya to Mount Lavinia twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Vavuniya to Panadura once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,250–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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