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

The cheapest way to get from Ranna to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranna to Kandy is to drive which takes 4h and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Ranna and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranna to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Tangalle and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ranna and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Ranna to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Beliatta and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Ranna to Kandy?

The distance between Ranna and Kandy is 322 km. The road distance is 217.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ranna to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 10m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Ranna to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ranna to Kandy bus from?

Ranna to Kandy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Tangalle station.

Where do I catch the Ranna to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Ranna to Kandy?

The best way to get from Ranna to Kandy is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Ranna to Kandy bus arrive?

Ranna to Kandy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Where does the Ranna to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ranna to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranna to Kandy is 218 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Ranna to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 10m
Rs 7,470–10,520
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tangalle to Nittambuwabus
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
7h 19m
Rs 6,170–7,550
Train
1. Take the train from Beliatta to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
9h 12m
Rs 8,298–14,205
Drive 217.8 km
1. Drive from Ranna to Kandycar 217.8 km
4h
Rs 9,644–13,930

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Distance: 321.7 km
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Ranna to Kandy via Beliatta and Fort Station in around 9h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ranna to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Tangalle and Nittambuwa in around 7h 19m.

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