What is the cheapest way to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy (Station) and Colombo?

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

Is there a direct train between Kandy (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Kandy (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Kandy (Station) and Colombo is 121 km. The road distance is 112.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900.

How long does it take to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo?

The train from Kandy to Fort Station takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Kandy (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Kandy (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kandy (Station) to Colombo train from?

Kandy (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Kandy (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Kandy (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Kandy (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Kandy (Station) and Colombo?

Colombo is 2h 30m behind Kandy (Station). It is currently 6:09 AM in Kandy (Station) and 3:39 AM in Colombo.

Where does the Kandy (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Kandy (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kandy (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy (Station) to Colombo is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Kandy (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

Kandy (Station) to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Kandy (Station) to Colombo by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Fort StationKandy / ...
2h 36m
Rs 1,200–3,900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 10m
Rs 390–440
Drive 112.8 km
1. Drive from Kandy (Station) to Colombo112.8 km
1h 59m
Rs 4,749–6,859
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy (Station) to Colombo112.8 km
1h 59m
Rs 31,000–37,000

Kandy (Station) to Colombo by train

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Distance: 121.1 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Fort Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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