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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 400 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kandy. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kandy?

The distance between Colombo and Kandy is 152 km. The road distance is 114.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Colombo to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandy bus from?

Colombo to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandy train from?

Colombo to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Kandy?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 110000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900 and takes 2h 31m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 400 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Colombo to Kandy bus arrive?

Colombo to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where does the Colombo to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kandy is 114 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Colombo to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1480+ hotels available in Kandy.

Colombo to Kandy - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Kandy by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)CMB - KDW
1h 27m
Rs 23,824–104,055
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus StationColombo
4h 10m
Rs 400–440
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to KandyColombo
2h 31m
Rs 1,200–3,900
Drive 114.3 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kandy114.3 km
2h
Rs 4,804–6,938
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kandy114.3 km
2h
Rs 31,000–38,000

Colombo to Kandy by train

84Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.1 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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