What is the cheapest way to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort?

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort is to drive which takes 2h and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Colombo Fort?

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 and Colombo Fort?

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 to Colombo Fort?

The distance between Kandy and Colombo Fort is 121 km. The road distance is 114.5 km.

How do I travel from Kandy to Colombo Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort 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 to Colombo Fort?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Colombo Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Colombo Fort train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort 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 19m.

Where does the Kandy to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kandy and Colombo Fort?

Colombo Fort is 2h 30m ahead of Kandy. It is currently 9:30 PM in Kandy and 12:00 AM in Colombo Fort.

Where does the Kandy to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Colombo Fort is 114 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Kandy to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Colombo Fort.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kandy to Colombo Fort 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 19m
Rs 390–440
Drive 114.5 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Colombo Fort114.5 km
2h
Rs 4,789–6,917
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Colombo Fort114.5 km
2h
Rs 31,000–38,000

Kandy to Colombo Fort by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.1 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Colombo Fort, 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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