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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Mirissa is to bus and train which costs Rs. 650 - Rs. 4700 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Mirissa is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 95000.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Mirissa?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Mirissa. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Polwathumodara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Kandy to Mirissa?

The distance between Kandy and Mirissa is 193 km. The road distance is 244.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Mirissa without a car is to bus which takes 6h 11m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Kandy to Mirissa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Mirissa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kandy to Mirissa?

The best way to get from Kandy to Mirissa is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 95000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3300 and takes 6h 11m, you could also train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 8500 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Kandy to Mirissa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Mirissa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Mirissa is 244 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Kandy to Mirissa.

Where can I stay near Mirissa?

There are 4361+ hotels available in Mirissa.

Kandy to Mirissa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Kandy to Mirissa by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly from Kandy
best
1. Fly from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT)plane KDW - KCT
1h 24m
Rs 18,299–95,035
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Moratuwabus 17
2. Take the train from Moratuwa to Polwathumodaratrain Maradana
7h 50m
Rs 691–4,613
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara Bus Stationbus Ex 1-18
6h 11m
Rs 2,727–3,211
Train
1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Maradana to Polwathumodaratrain Maradana
6h 34m
Rs 1,514–8,447
Drive 244.4 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Mirissacar 244.4 km
3h 30m
Rs 10,279–14,847
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Mirissataxi 244.4 km
3h 30m
Rs 37,000–45,000
Taxi to Hatton, fly
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Hatton (NUF)taxi
2. Fly from Hatton (NUF) to Koggala (KCT)plane NUF - KCT
2h 13m
Rs 20,192–92,863

Kandy to Mirissa by train

19Weekly Trains

6h 34mAverage Duration

Rs 1,514Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kandy to Mirissa.

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Distance: 192.5 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Mirissa via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Matara Bus Station in around 6h 11m.

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