Southern Province to Western Province

Southern Province to Western Province

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$8
 
 
$354

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Southern Province to Western Province Schedule

Southern Province to Western Province Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Real Lanka Holidays Van 9pax Any timeLKR 26,935
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 05:25 - 09:29LKR 2,180
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 15:30 - 18:57LKR 2,180

Transportation from Southern Province to Western Province

Facts about the transport from Southern Province to Western Province

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure5:25 AM
Latest Departure3:30 PM
Departures per day12
Distance142 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Popular Routes

From Southern Province

To Southern Province

From Western Province

To Western Province

Popular Routes in Sri Lanka

How to get from Southern Province to Western Province

When you want to get from Southern Province to Western Province, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 353.56. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 7.31.

How far is Southern Province from Western Province?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Southern Province to Western Province. Your trip will be a total of 89 miles (142 km). The flying distance is 89 miles (142 km).

How long does it take to get from Southern Province to Western Province?

The travel time from Southern Province to Western Province can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Southern Province to Western Province?

The cost of the trip from Southern Province to Western Province varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 7.31 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 353.56.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Southern Province to Western Province:

  • Train tickets - USD 7.31 to USD 7.31;
  • Plane tickets - USD 135.12 to USD 135.12;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 74.86 to USD 353.56.

How many trips per day are there between Southern Province and Western Province?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Southern Province to Western Province any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Southern Province to Western Province. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 135.12.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Southern Province to Western Province

Srilankan Airlines

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Southern Province to Western Province. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 74.86.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Southern Province to Western Province

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Southern Province to Western Province? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to catch a taxi.