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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3800 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs Rs. 4600 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Dematagoda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Maradana. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Kandy to Dematagoda?

The distance between Kandy and Dematagoda is 119 km. The road distance is 111.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3800.

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

The train from Kandy to Maradana takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Dematagoda train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Dematagoda?

The best way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1800 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Kandy to Dematagoda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Dematagoda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Dematagoda is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Kandy to Dematagoda.

Where can I stay near Dematagoda?

There are 1548+ hotels available in Dematagoda.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kandy to Dematagoda 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 MaradanaKandy / ...
2h 26m
Rs 1,200–3,800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 14m
Rs 1,398–1,733
Drive 111.4 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Dematagoda111.4 km
1h 57m
Rs 4,653–6,721
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Dematagoda111.4 km
1h 57m
Rs 30,000–37,000

Kandy to Dematagoda by train

77Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.2 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Maradana every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,800 and the journey takes 2h 26m. 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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