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

The cheapest way to get from Paranthan to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 11000 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paranthan to Kandy is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Paranthan and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Paranthan to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Paranthan and arriving at Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Paranthan and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Paranthan to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Paranthan and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Paranthan to Kandy?

The distance between Paranthan and Kandy is 336 km. The road distance is 258.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Paranthan to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Paranthan to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paranthan to Kandy bus from?

Paranthan to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Paranthan station.

Where do I catch the Paranthan to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Paranthan to Kandy?

The best way to get from Paranthan to Kandy is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 11000 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Paranthan to Kandy bus arrive?

Paranthan to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Paranthan to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paranthan to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Paranthan to Kandy is 259 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Paranthan to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1433+ hotels available in Kandy.

Paranthan to Kandy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Paranthan to Kurunegalabus
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
6h 39m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paranthan to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
8h 29m
Rs 2,579–10,864
Drive 258.6 km
1. Drive from Paranthan to Kandycar 258.6 km
4h 43m
Rs 10,941–15,803
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paranthan to Kandytaxi 258.6 km
4h 43m
Rs 13,000–16,000

Paranthan to Kandy by train

14Weekly Trains

8h 29mAverage Duration

Rs 2,579Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paranthan to Kandy.

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Distance: 335.5 km
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Paranthan to Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paranthan to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 8h 29m.

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