What is the cheapest way to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Shrine Inn, Kandy and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Shrine Inn, Kandy and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Maradana. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo?

The distance between Shrine Inn, Kandy and Colombo is 122 km. The road distance is 117 km.

How do I travel from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3800.

How long does it take to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo?

The train from Kandy to Maradana takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo bus from?

Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo train from?

Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo?

The best way to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo train arrive?

Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo is 117 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo 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 Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2h 55m
Rs 1,200–3,800
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
3h 30m
Rs 390–440
Drive 117 km
1. Drive from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombocar 117 km
2h 5m
Rs 5,018–7,248
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombotaxi 117 km
2h 5m
Rs 32,000–38,000
Mini Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Colombobus
4h 24m
Rs 6,500–11,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shrine Inn, Kandy to Colombo.

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Distance: 121.6 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Shrine Inn, Kandy, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Maradana every 3 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,800 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h.

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