What is the cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chilaw to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Kandy via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Kandy?

The distance between Chilaw and Kandy is 172 km. The road distance is 115.6 km.

How do I travel from Chilaw to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chilaw to Kandy?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Chilaw to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Kandy bus from?

Chilaw to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Chilaw station.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Kandy train from?

Chilaw to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Chilaw station.

Train or bus from Chilaw to Kandy?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Kandy is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Chilaw to Kandy bus arrive?

Chilaw to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Chilaw to Kandy train arrive?

Chilaw to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Chilaw to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Kandy is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Chilaw to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 497+ hotels available in Kandy.

Chilaw to Kandy - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chilaw to Kandy by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Chilaw to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 54m
Rs 23,416–141,210
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chilaw to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 38m
Rs 2,428–5,904
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chilaw to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
5h 6m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chilaw to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 16m
Drive 115.6 km
1. Drive from Chilaw to Kandycar 115.6 km
1h 57m
Rs 5,098–7,364
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chilaw to Kandytaxi 115.6 km
1h 57m
Rs 17,000–21,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,126Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 171.6 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Chilaw to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Pettah and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chilaw to Kandy via Ragama in around 5h 38m.

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