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

The cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 460 - Rs. 510 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 42m and costs Rs. 27000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Ratmalana and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratmalana to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Kandy via Moratuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ratmalana and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Ratmalana to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Mount Lavinia and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Ratmalana to Kandy?

The distance between Ratmalana and Kandy is 165 km. The road distance is 126.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Ratmalana to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Kandy train from?

Ratmalana to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Ratmalana to Kandy?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Kandy is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 460 - Rs. 510 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Ratmalana to Kandy bus arrive?

Ratmalana to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Ratmalana to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratmalana to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratmalana to Kandy is 127 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Ratmalana to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1433+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ratmalana to Kandy by taxi, plane, train, bus, 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 Ratmalana to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 42m
Rs 27,591–146,144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Kandybus 17
4h 30m
Rs 460–510
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
3h 50m
Rs 1,594–6,372
Drive 126.8 km
1. Drive from Ratmalana to Kandycar 126.8 km
2h 15m
Rs 5,367–7,752
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratmalana to Kandytaxi 126.8 km
2h 15m
Rs 34,000–42,000

Ratmalana to Kandy by train

14Weekly Trains

3h 50mAverage Duration

Rs 1,594Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ratmalana to Kandy.

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Distance: 164.6 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Moratuwa to Kandy every 15 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 460–510 and the journey takes 4h 18m.

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