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

The cheapest way to get from Wellawatte to Vavuniya is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellawatte to Vavuniya is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Wellawatte and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellawatta and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Wellawatte and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wellawatta and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Wellawatte to Vavuniya?

The distance between Wellawatte and Vavuniya is 280 km. The road distance is 260.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellawatte to Vavuniya without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 2237.

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

The bus from Wellawatta to Vavuniya takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Wellawatte to Vavuniya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellawatte to Vavuniya train from?

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

Train or bus from Wellawatte to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Wellawatte to Vavuniya is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 2237. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Wellawatte to Vavuniya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wellawatte to Vavuniya train arrive?

Wellawatte to Vavuniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Vavuniya station.

Can I drive from Wellawatte to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellawatte to Vavuniya is 261 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Wellawatte to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are 12+ hotels available in Vavuniya.

Wellawatte to Vavuniya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Wellawatte to Vavuniya by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wellawatta to Vavuniyabus
4h 30m
Rs 2,237
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wellawatta to Vavuniyatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
5h 40m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 260.9 km
1. Drive from Wellawatte to Vavuniyacar 260.9 km
4h 17m
Rs 11,794–17,036
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus
4h 4m
Bus via Kurunegala
1. Take the bus from Wellawatta to Kurunegalabus Colombo-Trincomalee
2. Take the bus from Kurunegala to Vavuniyabus Colombo
7h 51m
Rs 2,944–3,172

Wellawatte to Vavuniya by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 2,237Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.1 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Wellawatta to Vavuniya twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,237 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Wellawatta to Vavuniya once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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