What is the cheapest way to get from Weligama to Kurunegala?

The cheapest way to get from Weligama to Kurunegala is to bus which costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Weligama to Kurunegala?

The fastest way to get from Weligama to Kurunegala is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 57m and costs Rs. 35000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Weligama and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Weligama and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Weligama and Kurunegala?

No, there is no direct train from Weligama to Kurunegala. However, there are services departing from Weligama and arriving at Kurunegala via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Weligama to Kurunegala?

The distance between Weligama and Kurunegala is 228 km. The road distance is 221 km.

How do I travel from Weligama to Kurunegala without a car?

The best way to get from Weligama to Kurunegala without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400.

How long does it take to get from Weligama to Kurunegala?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Weligama to Kurunegala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weligama to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Weligama to Kurunegala train from?

Weligama to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Weligama station.

Train or bus from Weligama to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Weligama to Kurunegala is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Weligama to Kurunegala bus arrive?

Weligama to Kurunegala bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Weligama to Kurunegala train arrive?

Weligama to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Weligama to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Weligama to Kurunegala is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Weligama to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 105+ hotels available in Kurunegala.

Weligama to Kurunegala - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Weligama to Kurunegala by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Kurunegalataxi
1h 57m
Rs 35,896–115,968
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Weligama to Kurunegalabus
4h 42m
Rs 950–1,400
Train
1. Take the train from Weligama to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Bambalapitiya to Kurunegalatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
6h 9m
Rs 1,440–5,997
Drive 221 km
1. Drive from Weligama to Kurunegalacar 221 km
2h 49m
Rs 9,988–14,427
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Weligama to Kurunegalataxi 221 km
2h 49m
Rs 34,000–41,000

Weligama to Kurunegala by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

Rs 1,440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.9 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Weligama, Sri Lanka and Kurunegala, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Weligama to Kurunegala once daily. Tickets cost Rs 950–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Weligama to Kurunegala via Bambalapitiya in around 6h 9m.

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