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

The cheapest way to get from Palaviya to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palaviya to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Palaviya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Palaviya to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Palavi Junction and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Palaviya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Palaviya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Palavi and arriving at Kandy via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Palaviya to Kandy?

The distance between Palaviya and Kandy is 256 km. The road distance is 127.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Palaviya to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Palaviya to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palaviya to Kandy bus from?

Palaviya to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Palavi Junction station.

Where do I catch the Palaviya to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Palaviya to Kandy?

The best way to get from Palaviya to Kandy is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Palaviya to Kandy bus arrive?

Palaviya to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Palaviya to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palaviya to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Palaviya to Kandy is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Palaviya to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1450+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Palaviya to Kandy 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Palavi Junction to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 36m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palavi to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 14m
Rs 2,472–7,069
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palavi Junction to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
6h 27m
Drive 127.7 km
1. Drive from Palaviya to Kandycar 127.7 km
2h 18m
Rs 5,368–7,753
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palaviya to Kandytaxi 127.7 km
2h 18m
Rs 6,500–8,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Palaviya to Kandy.

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Distance: 256.5 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Palavi Junction to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Pettah and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palavi to Kandy via Ragama in around 7h 14m.

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