Bentota to Galle

Bentota to Galle

Bentota
Galle
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Bentota to Galle Destination Reviews

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Sarah
Too many passengers and not enough train. Big demand. You need to address this.
Bentota to Galle, Train Unreserved 2nd Class, SL Railway Commuter, Jan 24, 2026
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Michael
Train ride from Bentota to Galle was great. Train was on time and there was sufficient space on the train.
Bentota to Galle, Train Unreserved 2nd Class, SL Railway Commuter, Jan 19, 2026
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Bentota to Galle Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 15m
$42.19
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+1h 15m
$46.76
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
05:54
07:08
$0.91
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
05:54
07:08
$0.43
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
08:32
09:46
$0.91
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
08:32
09:46
$0.43
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
09:54
11:08
$0.91
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
09:54
11:08
$0.43
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
13:44
14:58
$0.91
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
13:44
14:58
$0.43
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
16:01
17:15
$0.91
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
16:01
17:15
$0.43
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
19:55
21:09
$0.91
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
19:55
21:09
$0.43

How to get from Bentota to Galle

Travelling between Bentota and Galle is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 120.12 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 50.04.

How long does it take to get from Bentota to Galle?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Bentota and Galle depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Bentota and Galle. Train will bring you to your destination in 34m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h 40m to reach Galle.

How much does it cost to get from Bentota to Galle?

Travelling between Bentota and Galle can be as cheap as USD 50.04 if you opt for a Real Lanka Holidays taxi and as expensive as USD 120.12 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 Bentota and Galle ?

  • 9 from Bentota to Galle starting from 00:00 Bentota until 00:00 Bentota

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bentota to Galle.

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 Bentota and Galle

Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar

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 Bentota to Galle?

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

  • 93% bought a taxi ride
  • 7% took a train

Transportation from Bentota to Galle

Facts about the transport from Bentota to Galle

Cheapest Transport$2
Fastest Transport34m
Earliest Departure9:59 AM
Latest Departure11:59 AM
Departures per day9
Distance29 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar