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

The cheapest way to get from Rathnapura to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 800 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rathnapura to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Rathnapura and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Rathnapura to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Rathnapura and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Rathnapura to Kandy?

The distance between Rathnapura and Kandy is 216 km. The road distance is 118.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rathnapura to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 45m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 4300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Rathnapura to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rathnapura to Kandy bus from?

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

Where does the Rathnapura to Kandy bus arrive?

Rathnapura to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Rathnapura to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Rathnapura to Kandy is 119 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Rathnapura to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1472+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rathnapura to Kandy by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Rathnapura to Colombo-Airport-CMB
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)CMB - KDW
2h 50m
Rs 41,335–129,750
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rathnapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal122/210
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus StationColombo
6h 19m
Rs 702–769
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rathnapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal122/210
2. Take the train from Fort Station to KandyColombo
5h 45m
Rs 1,502–4,229
Drive 118.9 km
1. Drive from Rathnapura to Kandy118.9 km
2h 25m
Rs 4,985–7,201
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rathnapura to Kandy118.9 km
2h 25m
Rs 6,000–7,500

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 12,420Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 215.8 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Rathnapura to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 6h 19m.

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