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

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Fort is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 10h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Fort is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Badulla Main Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Badulla Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Badulla to Fort?

The distance between Badulla and Fort is 234 km. The road distance is 216.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Fort without a car is to bus via Hali-Ela which takes 5h 54m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Badulla to Fort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Fort bus from?

Badulla to Fort bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Hali-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Fort train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Fort?

The best way to get from Badulla to Fort is to bus via Hali-Ela which takes 5h 54m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Badulla to Fort bus arrive?

Badulla to Fort bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Fort train arrive?

Badulla to Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Fort is 216 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Badulla to Fort.

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1411+ hotels available in Fort.

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

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Bus via Hali-Ela
best
1. Take the bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
5h 54m
Rs 2,833–3,548
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Route 99
6h 15m
Rs 900–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
10h 1m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 216.2 km
1. Drive from Badulla to Fortcar 216.2 km
3h 32m
Rs 9,722–14,042

Badulla to Fort by train

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10h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.1 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Badulla, Sri Lanka and Fort, Western, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,800 and the journey takes 5h 42m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Badulla Station to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 10h 1m.

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