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

The cheapest way to get from Pinnawala to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 950 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pinnawala to Kandy is to drive which takes 43 min and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2500.

Is there a direct bus between Pinnawala and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Pinnawala to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Kegalle and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Pinnawala and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Pinnawala to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Rambukkana and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Pinnawala to Kandy?

The distance between Pinnawala and Kandy is 40 km. The road distance is 38.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pinnawala to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Pinnawala to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pinnawala to Kandy bus from?

Pinnawala to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kegalle station.

Where do I catch the Pinnawala to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Pinnawala to Kandy?

The best way to get from Pinnawala to Kandy is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 950 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Pinnawala to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pinnawala to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pinnawala to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Pinnawala to Kandy is 38 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Pinnawala to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

How to get fromPinnawala to Kandy

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Pinnawala to Kandy by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rambukkana to Kandytrain Colombo
1h 8m
Rs 1,550–3,314
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kegalle to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
1h 39m
Rs 780–914
Drive 38.2 km
1. Drive from Pinnawala to Kandycar 38.2 km
43 min
Rs 1,716–2,479
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pinnawala to Kandytaxi 38.2 km
43 min
Rs 2,700–3,300

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Pinnawala to Kandy.

Launch map view

Distance: 40.2 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Pinnawala, Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Rambukkana to Kandy every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kegalle to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 150–170 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

Train operators