What is the cheapest way to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai?

The cheapest way to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai is to bus which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3300 and takes 16h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai?

The fastest way to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai is to fly and bus which takes 12h 58m and costs Rs. 21000 - Rs. 95000.

Is there a direct bus between Yala National Park and Kalmunai?

No, there is no direct bus from Yala National Park to Kalmunai. However, there are services departing from Kataragama and arriving at Kalmunai via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 28m.

How far is it from Yala National Park to Kalmunai?

The distance between Yala National Park and Kalmunai is 589 km.

How do I travel from Yala National Park to Kalmunai without a car?

The best way to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai without a car is to bus which takes 16h 28m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3300.

How long does it take to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai?

It takes approximately 16h 28m to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yala National Park to Kalmunai bus from?

Yala National Park to Kalmunai bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kataragama station.

Where does the Yala National Park to Kalmunai bus arrive?

Yala National Park to Kalmunai bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where can I stay near Kalmunai?

There are 18+ hotels available in Kalmunai.

Yala National Park to Kalmunai - 2 ways to travel via bus, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai by bus or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kataragama to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal32
2. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to KalmunaiWellawatta
16h 28m
Rs 3,040–3,260
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Koggala (KCT)WRZ - KCT
2. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center
3. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Kalmunai
12h 58m
Rs 21,088–93,318

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Koggala (KCT) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 10,670Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Yala National Park to Kalmunai.

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Distance: 588.5 km
Duration: 16h 28m

What companies run services between Yala National Park, Southern, Sri Lanka and Kalmunai, Sri Lanka?

You can take a vehicle from Kataragama to Kalmunai via Kataragama, Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, and Colombo Pettah in around 16h 28m.

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