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

The cheapest way to get from Laggala to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 5000 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laggala to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Laggala and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Laggala to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Tambuttegam and arriving at Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Laggala and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Laggala to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Thambuttegama and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Laggala to Kandy?

The distance between Laggala and Kandy is 168 km. The road distance is 142 km.

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

The best way to get from Laggala to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs Rs. 4100 - Rs. 8000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Laggala to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laggala to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Laggala to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Laggala to Kandy?

The best way to get from Laggala to Kandy is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs Rs. 4100 - Rs. 8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 5000 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Laggala to Kandy bus arrive?

Laggala to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Laggala to Kandy train arrive?

Laggala to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Laggala to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Laggala to Kandy is 142 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Laggala to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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1. Take the train from Thambuttegama to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 4m
Rs 4,109–7,920
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tambuttegam to Kurunegalabus 57
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
5h 38m
Rs 4,457–5,016
Drive 142 km
1. Drive from Laggala to Kandycar 142 km
2h 34m
Rs 6,244–9,018
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Laggala to Kandytaxi 142 km
2h 34m
Rs 10,000–12,000

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Distance: 167.8 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Laggala, North Central, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a vehicle from Laggala to Kandy via Thambuttegama and Polgahawela in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Laggala to Kandy via Tambuttegam, Kurunegala, and Ambepussa in around 5h 38m.

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