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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Badulla is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Badulla is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Badulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy to Badulla. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Hali-Ela via Ella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Badulla?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Badulla Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Kandy to Badulla?

The distance between Kandy and Badulla is 143 km. The road distance is 112.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Badulla without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 4h 50m and costs Rs. 13000 - Rs. 16000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Kandy to Badulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Badulla bus from?

Kandy to Badulla bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, depart from Kandy station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Badulla train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Badulla?

The best way to get from Kandy to Badulla is to Mini Bus which takes 4h 50m and costs Rs. 13000 - Rs. 16000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Kandy to Badulla bus arrive?

Kandy to Badulla bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, arrive at Ella station.

Where does the Kandy to Badulla train arrive?

Kandy to Badulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Badulla Station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Badulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Badulla is 112 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Kandy to Badulla.

Where can I stay near Badulla?

There are 1313+ hotels available in Badulla.

Kandy to Badulla - 4 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, car, and taxi

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Kandy to Badulla

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Kandy to Badulla. The best route is Mini Bus, a distance of 58.145 km.

Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ellabus
4h 50m
Rs 13,290–15,311
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kandy to Badulla Stationtrain Colombo / ...
6h 40m
Rs 1,300–3,100
Drive 112.3 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Badullacar 112.3 km
2h 5m
Rs 5,132–7,412
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Badullataxi 112.3 km
2h 5m
Rs 5,500–7,000

Kandy to Badulla by train

21Weekly Trains

6h 40mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Tuktukdude Lesiure operates a bus from Kandy to Ella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 12,811 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Magical Srilanka also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Badulla Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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