Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station

Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station

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Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station Schedule

Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 01:35 - 08:45$ 22
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Sleeperetts 20:15 - 01:48$ 4.32

Transportation from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station

Facts about the transport from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport4h 10m
Earliest Departure1:30 AM
Latest Departure8:15 PM
Departures per day8
Distance209 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways

Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station Destination Reviews

EA
The schedules of 12Go and the operator don't match: Departure time and duration of journey are out of synch.
Bus VIP 32, Avro Travels (Avro Travels), Jan 29, 2022
HW
Amazing service. Accurate information which was very important to me. Perfect timing
Bus Tourist bus, Avro Travels (Avro Travels), Sep 21, 2020
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Popular Routes

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How to get from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station

Travelling between Batticaloa and Fort Railway Station is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 204.13 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 5.66.

How long does it take to get from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station?

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 23 hours to travel between Batticaloa and Fort Railway Station depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Batticaloa and Fort Railway Station. Bus will bring you to your destination in 4h 10m. Train does a much slower job and take about 22h 30m to reach Fort Railway Station.

How much does it cost to get from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station?

Travelling between Batticaloa and Fort Railway Station can be as cheap as USD 5.66 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 204.13 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Batticaloa and Fort Railway Station ?

  • 7 from Batticaloa to Colombo starting from 01:30 Batticaloa until 20:15 Batticaloa
  • 1 from Batticaloa to Colombo starting from 20:00 Batticaloa until 20:00 Batticaloa

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Batticaloa to Colombo overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Batticaloa and Colombo

Avro Travels

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Batticaloa and Colombo

Ceylon Roots

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Batticaloa to Fort Railway Station?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 55% opted for a bus
  • 45% took a train