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

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Puttalam is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 13000 and takes 14h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Puttalam is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Puttalam via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 26m.

How far is it from Badulla to Puttalam?

The distance between Badulla and Puttalam is 399 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 9h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Badulla to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Puttalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Badulla to Puttalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Badulla to Puttalam is to bus which takes 9h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 13000 and takes 14h 26m.

Where does the Badulla to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Badulla to Puttalam train arrive?

Badulla to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Puttalam is 240 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Badulla to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 110+ hotels available in Puttalam.

Badulla to Puttalam - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Badulla to Puttalam by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Badulla to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)WRZ - CMB
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Puttalam
4h 35m
Rs 27,714–95,935
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to RagamaBadulla
2. Take the train from Ragama to PuttalamColombo
14h 26m
Rs 2,579–12,395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalRoute 99
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalam
9h 38m
Drive 240.1 km
1. Drive from Badulla to Puttalam240.1 km
4h 22m
Rs 10,119–14,615
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Badulla to Puttalam240.1 km
4h 22m
Rs 12,000–15,000

Badulla to Puttalam by train

19Weekly Trains

14h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 2,579Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Badulla to Puttalam.

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Distance: 399.2 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Puttalam via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Pettah in around 9h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Badulla Station to Puttalam via Ragama in around 14h 26m.

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