Western Province to Southern Province

Western Province to Southern Province

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Western Province to Southern Province Schedule

Western Province to Southern Province Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 3pax Any timeLKR 35,212
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 06:09 - 09:17LKR 2,180
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 14:40 - 18:47LKR 2,180

Transportation from Western Province to Southern Province

Facts about the transport from Western Province to Southern Province

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport2h 45m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure6:09 AM
Departures per day8
Distance138 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Popular Routes in Sri Lanka

How to get from Western Province to Southern Province

When you want to get from Western Province to Southern Province, 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 Bus+taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi 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 229.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 7.24.

How far is Western Province from Southern Province?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Western Province to Southern Province. Your trip will be a total of 86 miles (138 km). The flying distance is 86 miles (138 km).

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

The travel time from Western Province to Southern Province can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Western Province to Southern 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 7.24 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 229.58.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 7.24 to USD 7.24;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 86.12 - USD 106.86. From Western Province to Southern Province starting from 00:00 Tangalle until 00:00 Tangalle

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 87.21 to USD 229.58.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Western Province to Southern Province any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Western Province to Southern 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 87.21.

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 Southern Province

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

  • 99% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other