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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kandy Lake?

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 Lake?

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 Lake?

The distance between Colombo and Kandy Lake is 153 km. The road distance is 115.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake 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 Lake?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandy Lake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandy Lake train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs Rs. 22000 - 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 Lake bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kandy Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kandy Lake is 115 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Colombo to Kandy Lake.

Where can I stay near Kandy Lake?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Kandy Lake.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake 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 29m
Rs 22,274–107,205
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 115.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kandy Lake115.1 km
2h 2m
Rs 4,842–6,993
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kandy Lake115.1 km
2h 2m
Rs 31,000–38,000

Colombo to Kandy Lake by train

84Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.1 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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