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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Puttalam is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 8500 and takes 7h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Puttalam is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Puttalam via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Kandy to Puttalam?

The distance between Kandy and Puttalam is 251 km. The road distance is 129.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Kandy to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Puttalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Puttalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Kandy to Puttalam is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 8500 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Kandy to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Puttalam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Puttalam is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Kandy to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 113+ hotels available in Puttalam.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kandy to Puttalam by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalambus
6h 23m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Puttalamtrain Colombo
7h 46m
Rs 2,474–8,047
Drive 129.9 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Puttalamcar 129.9 km
2h 19m
Rs 5,452–7,875
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Puttalamtaxi 129.9 km
2h 19m
Rs 6,500–8,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kandy to Puttalam.

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Distance: 251.5 km
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Puttalam via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Pettah in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kandy to Puttalam via Colombo Fort in around 7h 46m.

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