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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Wellawatte is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Wellawatte is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Wellawatte?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy to Wellawatte. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Wellawatta via Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Wellawatte?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Wellawatte. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Wellawatta via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Kandy to Wellawatte?

The distance between Kandy and Wellawatte is 124 km. The road distance is 119.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Wellawatte without a car is to bus via Ambepussa which takes 3h 44m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Kandy to Wellawatte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Wellawatte bus from?

Kandy to Wellawatte bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Wellawatte train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Wellawatte?

The best way to get from Kandy to Wellawatte is to bus via Ambepussa which takes 3h 44m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Kandy to Wellawatte bus arrive?

Kandy to Wellawatte bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Ambepussa station.

Where does the Kandy to Wellawatte train arrive?

Kandy to Wellawatte train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Wellawatte?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Wellawatte is 120 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Kandy to Wellawatte.

Where can I stay near Wellawatte?

There are 1473+ hotels available in Wellawatte.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kandy to Wellawatte by 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.

Bus via Ambepussa
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ambepussabus 17
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Wellawattabus Trincomalee-Colombo
3h 44m
Rs 2,312–2,530
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
4h 29m
Rs 390–440
Train
1. Take the train from Kandy to Fort Stationtrain Kandy / ...
3h 51m
Rs 1,496–6,309
Drive 119.8 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Wellawattecar 119.8 km
2h 7m
Rs 5,066–7,317
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Wellawattetaxi 119.8 km
2h 7m
Rs 32,000–39,000

Kandy to Wellawatte by train

14Weekly Trains

3h 51mAverage Duration

Rs 1,496Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kandy to Wellawatte.

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Distance: 123.7 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Kandy to Wellawatta via Ambepussa in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Fort Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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