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

The cheapest way to get from Kumbalgama to Kandy is to train and bus which costs Rs. 650 - Rs. 4400 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumbalgama to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 7m and costs Rs. 39000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct train between Kumbalgama and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Kumbalgama to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kumbalgama and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Kumbalgama to Kandy?

The distance between Kumbalgama and Kandy is 290 km. The road distance is 240.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumbalgama to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Kumbalgama to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumbalgama to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kumbalgama to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kumbalgama to Kandy is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 4700 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Kumbalgama to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumbalgama to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumbalgama to Kandy is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Kumbalgama to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Kandy.

Kumbalgama to Kandy - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kumbalgama to Kandy by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, fly to Kandy
best
1. Take the taxi from Kumbalgama to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
3h 7m
Rs 39,429–132,498
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kumbalgama to Moratuwatrain Beliatta
2. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Kandybus 17
7h 41m
Rs 671–4,324
Train
1. Take the train from Kumbalgama to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 12m
Rs 1,440–8,319
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
7h 21m
Rs 4,004–4,654
Drive 240.1 km
1. Drive from Kumbalgama to Kandycar 240.1 km
3h 27m
Rs 10,098–14,586
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kumbalgama to Kandytaxi 240.1 km
3h 27m
Rs 37,000–44,000
Taxi, fly to Hatton
1. Take the taxi from Kumbalgama to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
3. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Kandytaxi
3h 57m
Rs 41,829–135,398

Kumbalgama to Kandy by train

7Weekly Trains

7h 12mAverage Duration

Rs 1,440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Kumbalgama, Southern, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Kumbalgama to Kandy via Fort Station in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kumbalgama to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Matara Bus Station, Fort Station, and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 7h 21m.

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