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How to get fromKandy to Poonerynby taxi, train or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kandy to Pooneryn by taxi, train, or car

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  1. Taxi, train

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    1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Kurunegalataxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Kurunegala to Palaitrain train
    3. Take the taxi from Palai to Pooneryntaxi taxi
    5h 57m
    Rs 5,805–13,906

  2. Drive 283 km

    1. Drive from Kandy to Pooneryncar car 283 km
    5h 9m
    Rs 11,902–17,192

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Pooneryntaxi taxi 283 km
    5h 9m
    Rs 14,000–17,000

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Kandy to Pooneryn. However, you can take the taxi to Kurunegala, take the train to Palai, then take the taxi to Pooneryn. Alternatively, you can drive from Kandy to Pooneryn in around 5h 9m.

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