Western Province to Batticaloa

Western Province to Batticaloa

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Western Province to Batticaloa Schedule

Western Province to Batticaloa Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 8pax Any timeLKR 63,225
Al Rashith Travels Tourist AC 07:30 - 15:30LKR 3,657
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 15:05 - 21:52LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Sleeperette 19:00 - 03:55LKR 2,600
Avro Travels VIP 32 21:00 - 07:45LKR 4,850

Transportation from Western Province to Batticaloa

Facts about the transport from Western Province to Batticaloa

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport6h 47m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day12
Distance340 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Western Province to Batticaloa

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+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 212.81. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 6.56.

How far is Western Province from Batticaloa?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Western Province to Batticaloa. Your trip will be a total of 212 miles (340 km). The flying distance is 212 miles (340 km).

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

The travel time from Western Province to Batticaloa can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Western Province to Batticaloa 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 6.56 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 212.81.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 6.56 to USD 12.15;
  • Bus tickets - USD 16.14 to USD 16.14;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 41.61 - USD 139.38. From Western Province to Batticaloa starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer
  • taxi+flight price: USD 161.22 - USD 197.63. From Western Province to Batticaloa starting from 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport until 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 155.74 to USD 212.81.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 7 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 21:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Western Province to Batticaloa any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Western Province to Batticaloa is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Western Province to Batticaloa. 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 155.74.

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 Western Province to Batticaloa

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Western Province to Batticaloa? 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:

  • 91% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 9% decided to go for a bus.