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

The cheapest way to get from Mihintale to Badulla is to bus which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 5500 and takes 13h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mihintale to Badulla is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Mihintale and Badulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Mihintale to Badulla station. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Badulla Main Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Mihintale and Badulla?

No, there is no direct train from Mihintale to Badulla station. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Badulla Station via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from Mihintale to Badulla?

The distance between Mihintale and Badulla is 371 km. The road distance is 205.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mihintale to Badulla without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 8500.

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

It takes approximately 11h 43m to get from Mihintale to Badulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mihintale to Badulla bus from?

Mihintale to Badulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Anuradhapura station.

Where do I catch the Mihintale to Badulla train from?

Mihintale to Badulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Anuradhapura station.

Train or bus from Mihintale to Badulla?

The best way to get from Mihintale to Badulla is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 5500 and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Mihintale to Badulla bus arrive?

Mihintale to Badulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Mihintale to Badulla train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mihintale to Badulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Mihintale to Badulla is 205 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Mihintale to Badulla.

Where can I stay near Badulla?

There are 1339+ hotels available in Badulla.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Badulla Stationtrain Colombo
11h 43m
Rs 4,057–8,040
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Badulla Main Bus Stationbus Route 99
13h 16m
Rs 3,212–5,505
Drive 205.2 km
1. Drive from Mihintale to Badullacar 205.2 km
3h 52m
Rs 9,204–13,295
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mihintale to Badullataxi 205.2 km
3h 52m
Rs 13,000–16,000

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Distance: 371.2 km
Duration: 11h 43m

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

You can take a vehicle from Mihintale to Badulla Station via Anuradhapura and Polgahawela in around 11h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mihintale to Badulla Main Bus Station via Anuradhapura and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 13h 16m.

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