Sri Lanka route guide · North Central Province to Eastern Province
Batticaloa, known for its lagoon and Dutch fort, is 4.5 to 5 hours from Anuradhapura by car.
The route crosses the island between the east coast and the interior; watch for elephants crossing in the dry zone, especially at dusk.
1Habarana
Witness the spectacular 'Gathering' of hundreds of wild elephants!
2Polonnaruwa
Marvel at four magnificent Buddha statues carved from a single granite rock face!
3Polonnaruwa
The Ancient City of Polonnaruwa is a fascinating place to explore Sri Lanka’s royal past.
4Batticaloa
Welcome to paradise! Passikudah is famous for its incredibly shallow, crystal-clear waters that stretch for…
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About 195 km by road.
4.5 to 5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 8.5 to 10.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Kaudulla National Park, Gal Vihara, Ancient City of Polonnaruwa.
