Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa (BTC)

Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa (BTC)

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Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa Schedule

Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 3pax Any timeLKR 50,955

Transportation from Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa

Facts about the transport from Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport3h 25m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure7:32 PM
Departures per day7
Distance171 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

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How to get from Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa

Travelling between Bandaranaike Airport and Batticaloa is possible by Flight, train and taxi. Flight+taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi+train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 202.31 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 97.07.

How long does it take to get from Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 9 hours to travel between Bandaranaike Airport and Batticaloa depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight+taxi is the fastest way to travel between Bandaranaike Airport and Batticaloa. Flight+taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 25m. Taxi+train does a much slower job and take about 8h 55m to reach Batticaloa.

How much does it cost to get from Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa?

Travelling between Bandaranaike Airport and Batticaloa can be as cheap as USD 97.07 if you opt for a Real Lanka Holidays taxi and as expensive as USD 202.31 if you buy a Stef Lanka Tours 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 Bandaranaike Airport and Batticaloa ?

  • 7 from Colombo Airport to Batticaloa starting from 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport until 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa.

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

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 Colombo Airport and Batticaloa

Real Lanka Holidays, Stef Lanka Tours

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 Bandaranaike Airport to Batticaloa?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 39% bought a taxi ride
  • 25% chosen taxi+Train
  • 18% chosen flight+taxi
  • 18% chosen taxi+flight