The average train between Mankulam and Kandy takes 8h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Mankulam 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.
Trains run 3 times a day between Mankulam and Kandy. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mankulam is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Kandy at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mankulam to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Mankulam station and arriving at Kandy station via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.
Mankulam to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Mankulam station.
Mankulam to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kandy station.
The distance between Mankulam and Kandy is 205.4 km. The road distance is 273 km.
You can take a train from Mankulam to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 6h 37m.