All about buses to Anuradhapura
Are you looking for a cheap coach to Anuradhapura? Compare all 3 coach companies to Anuradhapura and find out departure and arrival times, all 3 coach stations in Anuradhapura, travel times and of course the best prices for the 12 daily buses to Anuradhapura.
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| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Bus connections | 12 |
| bus stations | 3 |
| cheapest ride | £9 |
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Cheap bus tickets to Anuradhapura
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Sri Lanka Transport Board4h 30m017:30ColomboBastian Mawatha Bus Station22:00AnuradhapuraNew Bus Station0First ClassA Bus from Sri Lanka Transport Board goes from Bastian Mawatha Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 17:30:00 to New Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 22:00:00. 50 First Class ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Sri Lanka Transport Board4h 30m017:30ColomboBastian Mawatha Bus Station22:00AnuradhapuraNew Bus Station0First ClassA Bus from Sri Lanka Transport Board goes from Bastian Mawatha Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 17:30:00 to New Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 22:00:00. 50 First Class ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours4h 30m021:00ColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall01:30AnuradhapuraColombo Bus Station0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 21:00:00 to Colombo Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 04/02/2026 01:30:00. 50 First Class ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours4h 30m021:00ColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall01:30AnuradhapuraColombo Bus Station0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 21:00:00 to Colombo Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 04/02/2026 01:30:00. 50 First Class ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Prince Travels9h 0m019:30Dehiwala-Mount LaviniaFrazer Avenue-Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia04:30AnuradhapuraNew Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Prince Travels goes from Frazer Avenue-Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 19:30:00 to New Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 04/02/2026 04:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
Cheap train tickets to Anuradhapura
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Sri Lanka Railway4h 12m015:45ColomboFort Railway Station19:57AnuradhapuraAnuradhapura Train Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 15:45:00 to Anuradhapura Train Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 19:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 12m
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Sri Lanka Railway4h 25m020:00ColomboFort Railway Station00:25AnuradhapuraAnuradhapura Train Station0First ClassA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 20:00:00 to Anuradhapura Train Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 04/02/2026 00:25:00. 50 First Class ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Sri Lanka Railway4h 12m015:45ColomboFort Railway Station19:57AnuradhapuraAnuradhapura Train Station0First ClassA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 15:45:00 to Anuradhapura Train Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 19:57:00. 50 First Class ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 12m
Cheap Carpooling to Anuradhapura
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Real Lanka Holidays4h 0m011:00NegomboBus Stop15:00AnuradhapuraSOS Bus Station0EconomyA Car from Real Lanka Holidays goes from Bus Stop, Negombo (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 11:00:00 to SOS Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka3h 0m005:00KandyLake Round Coach Stop08:00AnuradhapuraSOS Bus Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Lake Round Coach Stop, Kandy (Sri Lanka) at 04/02/2026 05:00:00 to SOS Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 04/02/2026 08:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £91 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Real Lanka Holidays6h 0m009:00Colombo Bandaranaike AirportColombo Bandaranaike Airport15:00AnuradhapuraColombo Bus Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Real Lanka Holidays goes from Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 09:00:00 to Colombo Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 15:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £96 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka4h 0m011:00Colombo Bandaranaike AirportColombo Bandaranaike Airport15:00AnuradhapuraSOS Bus Station0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (Sri Lanka) at 03/02/2026 11:00:00 to SOS Bus Station, Anuradhapura (Sri Lanka) arriving at 03/02/2026 15:00:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £120 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
On this page, we also show you the cheapest coach to Anuradhapura over the next few days. You’ll also receive information about long-distance bus stops in Anuradhapura which will help you find your way around. You will also find the most popular bus routes to Anuradhapura.
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FAQs about the bus route to Anuradhapura
Is there a direct coach to Anuradhapura?
Whether there is a direct coach route to Anuradhapura depends on which city you are travelling from. Therefore, simply enter your starting city in our search to find out if there is a direct coach connection to Anuradhapura. In this context, keep in mind that depending on the travel date, there may be fewer direct connections.
What can I take with me on my bus ride to Anuradhapura?
Depending on which provider you travel to Anuradhapura with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. To find out whether you can take your bike, snowboard or skis with you, for example, simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment does the coach to Anuradhapura have?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. Most coaches now have air conditioning, sockets and Wi-Fi on board. Services, such as Hand luggage and Free Luggage, are often free of charge. Some coach providers also offer additional services for an added fee, including Bulky luggage and Drinks. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment and services available on the coach to Anuradhapura on your planned travel date.
Which coach stops are there in Anuradhapura?
There is a total of 3 coach stops in Anuradhapura. Most coaches stop at Colombo Bus Station. Check out our map of Anuradhapura to find the coach stop that suits you best.
Which coach companies go to Anuradhapura?
There are 3 coach providers going to Anuradhapura: Sri Lanka Transport Board, Avro Travels & Tours and Prince Travels
How can I find the best coach deals to Anuradhapura?
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How much could I save by comparing coaches to Anuradhapura?
How much you can save depends on the city from where you are travelling to Anuradhapura. Usually you can save more by booking your ticket highly in advance.
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The most searched bus routes to Anuradhapura
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Anuradhapura. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
