What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla to Chenkalady?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Chenkalady is to train which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 16000 and takes 12h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla to Chenkalady?

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Chenkalady is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Chenkalady?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Chenkalady. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Eravur via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Chenkalady?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Chenkalady station. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Eravur Station via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.

How far is it from Badulla to Chenkalady?

The distance between Badulla and Chenkalady is 478 km. The road distance is 145.3 km.

How do I travel from Badulla to Chenkalady without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla to Chenkalady without a car is to train which takes 12h 53m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 16000.

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Chenkalady?

It takes approximately 12h 53m to get from Badulla to Chenkalady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Chenkalady bus from?

Badulla to Chenkalady bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Chenkalady train from?

Badulla to Chenkalady train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Badulla Station.

Train or bus from Badulla to Chenkalady?

The best way to get from Badulla to Chenkalady is to train which takes 12h 53m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 4900 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Badulla to Chenkalady bus arrive?

Badulla to Chenkalady bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Chenkalady train arrive?

Badulla to Chenkalady train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Chenkalady?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Chenkalady is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Badulla to Chenkalady.

Where can I stay near Chenkalady?

There are 94+ hotels available in Chenkalady.

Badulla to Chenkalady - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Badulla to Chenkalady by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to Polgahawelatrain Badulla
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Eravur Stationtrain Colombo
12h 53m
Rs 2,661–15,257
Bus
1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Route 99
2. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Eravurbus Wellawatta
13h 30m
Rs 3,215–4,878
Drive 145.3 km
1. Drive from Badulla to Chenkaladycar 145.3 km
2h 33m
Rs 6,098–8,809
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Badulla to Chenkaladytaxi 145.3 km
2h 33m
Rs 7,000–9,000

Badulla to Chenkalady by train

12Weekly Trains

12h 53mAverage Duration

Rs 2,661Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 477.9 km
Duration: 12h 53m

What companies run services between Badulla, Sri Lanka and Chenkalady, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Badulla Station to Eravur Station via Polgahawela in around 12h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Eravur via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Colombo Pettah in around 13h 30m.

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