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Trip Overview

The average train between Batticaloa and Kandy takes 11h 50m and the fastest train takes 9h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Batticaloa to Kandy. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 50m
Duration
323 km
Distance
Rs 3,170
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Batticaloa to Polgahawelatrain train Batticaloa
  2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain train Colombo
8h 20m
Rs 2,579–11,288

Batticaloa to Kandy train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Batticaloa and Kandy. The earliest departure is at 1:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Batticaloa is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Kandy at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 323.2 km
  • Duration: 11h 50m

What companies run services between Batticaloa, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Batticaloa to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 8h 20m.

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