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There are 7 ways to get from Kandy to Bangkok by bus, plane, or train

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Mini Bus, bus to Weerawila International Airport, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ellabus
2. Take the bus from Ella to Thanamalwilabus
3. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane WRZ - DMK
22h 44m
฿6,074–15,735
Train, train to Koggala, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain
2. Take the train from Maradana to Habaraduwatrain
3. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane KCT - BKK
4. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
24h 25m
฿4,877–16,634
Mini Bus, bus to Weerawila International Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ellabus
2. Take the bus from Ella to Thanamalwilabus
3. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane WRZ - BKK
4. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
25h 9m
฿6,203–17,775
Train, train to Batticaloa Airport, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Take the train from Kandy to Polgahawelatrain
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Batticaloatrain
3. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane BTC - DMK
19h 46m
฿4,890–15,654
Train, train to Batticaloa Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
1. Take the train from Kandy to Polgahawelatrain
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Batticaloatrain
3. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane BTC - BKK
4. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
22h 11m
฿5,119–16,694
Fly Victoria Resevour Kandy to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Fly from Victoria Resevour Kandy to Colombo Airportplane
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane CMB - DMK
8h 11m
฿9,832–17,432
Fly Victoria Resevour Kandy to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Publich Van
1. Fly from Victoria Resevour Kandy to Colombo Airportplane
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane CMB - BKK
3. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
8h 51m
฿11,961–14,472

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) flights

14Weekly Planes

14h 5mAverage Duration

฿4,625Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,514.8 km
Duration: 22h 44m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Bangkok, Thailand?

You can take a flight from Victoria Resevour Kandy to Bang Sue Grand Station via Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), and Don Muang in around 8h 11m.

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Bangkok(opens in a new window), Thailand(opens in a new window)

Thailand’s bustling capital is filled with historic monuments, ancient temples, great shopping and a fascinating culture. Pick up some fresh produce at the famous floating markets, explore the many wats (temples) that pepper the city, and kick back at a local cabaret show. Visit the majestic Grand Palace or the giant reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, stroll through colourful Chinatown, and explore the city’s many canals. Test your bargaining skills at Chatuchak Weekend Market, experience a traditional muay thai kickboxing match and soak up the heady energy of Khao San Road.

Things to do in Bangkok

Grand Palace(Opens in a new window)

The Grand Palace (Thai: พระบรมมหาราชวัง, ) is a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam (and later Thailand) since 1782. The king, his court and his royal government were based on the grounds of the palace until 1925. King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), resided at the Chitralada Royal Villa and his successor King Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) at the Amphorn Sathan Residential Hall, both in the Dusit Palace, but the Grand Palace is still used for official events. Several royal ceremonies and state functions are held within the walls of the palace every year. The palace is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Thailand.

Jim Thompson House(Opens in a new window)

The Jim Thompson House is a museum in central Bangkok, Thailand, housing the art collection of American businessman and architect Jim Thompson, the museum designer and former owner. Built in 1959, the museum spans one rectangular "rai" of land (approximately half an acre or 2023.43 meters). It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand; sporting vibrant jungle foliage in the heart of the city.

Sukhumvit Road(Opens in a new window)

Sukhumvit Road (Thai: ถนนสุขุมวิท, Thanon Sukhumwit), or Thailand Route 3 (Thai: ทางหลวงแผ่นดินหมายเลข 3), is a major road in Thailand, and a major surface road of Bangkok and other cities it winds through. It follows a coastal route from Bangkok to Khlong Yai District, Trat border to Koh Kong, Cambodia

CentralWorld(Opens in a new window)

CentralWorld (Thai: เซ็นทรัลเวิลด์) is a shopping plaza and complex in Bangkok, Thailand. It is the tenth largest shopping complex in the world. The complex, which includes a hotel and office tower, is owned by Central Pattana. In 2006, after three years of design and renovation, CentralWorld was expanded to 550,000 square metres of shopping mall and 1,024,000 square metres of complex, topping nearby rival Siam Paragon in terms of size.

Places to stay in Bangkok

Chillax Heritage Hotel Khaosan(Opens in a new window)

8.8Fabulous

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8.6Fabulous

Riva Surya Bangkok(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

Villa De Pranakorn(Opens in a new window)

8.6Fabulous

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