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

The cheapest way to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs Rs. 21000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct bus between Kolonnawa and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Kolonnawa and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kandy. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Kolonnawa to Kandy?

The distance between Kolonnawa and Kandy is 151 km. The road distance is 113.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kolonnawa to Kandy bus from?

Kolonnawa to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kolonnawa to Kandy train from?

Kolonnawa to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Kolonnawa to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs Rs. 21000 - Rs. 130000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900 and takes 2h 31m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 3h.

Where does the Kolonnawa to Kandy bus arrive?

Kolonnawa to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where does the Kolonnawa to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolonnawa to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolonnawa to Kandy is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Kolonnawa to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy by plane, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 26m
Rs 21,825–121,694
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h
Rs 390–440
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
2h 31m
Rs 1,200–3,900
Drive 113.1 km
1. Drive from Kolonnawa to Kandycar 113.1 km
1h 59m
Rs 4,757–6,870
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kolonnawa to Kandytaxi 113.1 km
1h 59m
Rs 31,000–37,000

Kolonnawa to Kandy by train

47Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kolonnawa to Kandy.

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Distance: 150.9 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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