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

The cheapest way to get from Gampola to Kandy is to drive which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1200 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampola to Kandy is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1400.

Is there a direct bus between Gampola and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gampola and arriving at Kandy. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gampola and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampola and arriving at Kandy. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Gampola to Kandy?

The distance between Gampola and Kandy is 18 km. The road distance is 19.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampola to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 2500.

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

The train from Gampola to Kandy takes 26 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Kandy bus from?

Gampola to Kandy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Gampola station.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Gampola to Kandy?

The best way to get from Gampola to Kandy is to train which takes 26 min and costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Gampola to Kandy bus arrive?

Gampola to Kandy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Gampola to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampola to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampola to Kandy is 20 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Gampola to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1433+ hotels available in Kandy.

Gampola to Kandy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gampola to Kandy by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Gampola to Kandy by train

23Weekly Trains

26 minAverage Duration

Rs 550Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.3 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Gampola, Central, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampola to Kandy 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 550–2,500 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Gampola to Kandy once daily, and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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