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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Ratmalana is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Ratmalana is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Ratmalana?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Ratmalana. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Ratmalana via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Ratmalana?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Ratmalana. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Ratmalana via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Kandy to Ratmalana?

The distance between Kandy and Ratmalana is 135 km. The road distance is 126.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Ratmalana without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Kandy to Ratmalana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Ratmalana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Ratmalana train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Ratmalana?

The best way to get from Kandy to Ratmalana is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus via Pettah, which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Kandy to Ratmalana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Ratmalana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Ratmalana?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Ratmalana is 126 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Kandy to Ratmalana.

Where can I stay near Ratmalana?

There are 1445+ hotels available in Ratmalana.

Kandy to Ratmalana - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kandy to Ratmalana 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 Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Maradana to Ratmalanatrain Maradana
4h 13m
Rs 1,774–6,247
Bus via Pettah
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
4h 39m
Rs 390–440
Drive 126.3 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Ratmalanacar 126.3 km
2h 15m
Rs 5,344–7,720
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Ratmalanataxi 126.3 km
2h 15m
Rs 34,000–41,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Panadurabus 17
6h 2m
Rs 490–550

Kandy to Ratmalana by train

13Weekly Trains

4h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 1,774Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 135.3 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Kandy to Ratmalana via Maradana in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h.

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