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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Aluthgama is to bus which costs Rs. 490 - Rs. 550 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Aluthgama is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Aluthgama?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Aluthgama. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Aluthgama via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Aluthgama?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Aluthgama. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Aluthgama via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Kandy to Aluthgama?

The distance between Kandy and Aluthgama is 181 km. The road distance is 168.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Aluthgama without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Kandy to Aluthgama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Aluthgama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Aluthgama train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Aluthgama?

The best way to get from Kandy to Aluthgama is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus via Colombo, which costs and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Kandy to Aluthgama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Aluthgama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Aluthgama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Aluthgama is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Kandy to Aluthgama.

Where can I stay near Aluthgama?

There are 908+ hotels available in Aluthgama.

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

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

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 Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Maradana to Aluthgamatrain Maradana
4h 41m
Rs 2,474–6,347
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Panadurabus 17
6h 12m
Rs 490–550
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Aluthgamabus
5h 15m
Drive 168.5 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Aluthgamacar 168.5 km
2h 47m
Rs 7,117–10,281
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT)plane KDW - KCT
2. Take the train from Habaraduwa to Aluthgamatrain
4h 21m
Rs 12,499–89,135

Kandy to Aluthgama by train

25Weekly Trains

4h 41mAverage Duration

Rs 2,474Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kandy to Aluthgama.

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Distance: 181.1 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Aluthgama, Western, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Kandy to Aluthgama via Maradana in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Aluthgama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Colombo in around 5h 15m.

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