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

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Panadura is to bus via Colombo which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2500 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Panadura is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 19000.

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Panadura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Panadura. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Panadura?

No, there is no direct train from Vavuniya to Panadura. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Panadura via Mount Lavinia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Panadura?

The distance between Vavuniya and Panadura is 289 km. The road distance is 280.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Panadura without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 2250 - Rs. 2400.

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

The bus from Vavuniya to Panadura takes 5h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Panadura bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Panadura train from?

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

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Panadura?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Panadura is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 2250 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Panadura bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vavuniya to Panadura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Panadura?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Panadura is 280 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Vavuniya to Panadura.

Where can I stay near Panadura?

There are 907+ hotels available in Panadura.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Panadurabus
5h 10m
Rs 2,250–2,400
Bus via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
8h 33m
Rs 1,610–2,492
Train
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Mount Laviniatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
6h 12m
Rs 2,479–6,068
Drive 280.2 km
1. Drive from Vavuniya to Panaduracar 280.2 km
4h 36m
Rs 12,640–18,258
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vavuniya to Panadurataxi 280.2 km
4h 36m
Rs 30,000–37,000

Vavuniya to Panadura by bus

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.4 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Vavuniya to Panadura once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,250–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, 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.

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