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

The cheapest way to get from Talawa to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Talawa to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct train between Talawa and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Talawa to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Thalawa and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Talawa to Kandy?

The distance between Talawa and Kandy is 163 km. The road distance is 130.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Talawa to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Talawa to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Talawa to Kandy train from?

Talawa to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Thalawa station.

Train or bus from Talawa to Kandy?

The best way to get from Talawa to Kandy is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Talawa to Kandy train arrive?

Talawa to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Talawa to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Talawa to Kandy is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Talawa to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1433+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Talawa 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 Thalawa to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
4h 59m
Rs 2,472–6,259
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tambuttegam to Kurunegalabus 57
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
6h 33m
Rs 2,957–5,340
Drive 130.3 km
1. Drive from Talawa to Kandycar 130.3 km
2h 24m
Rs 5,498–7,941
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Talawa to Kandytaxi 130.3 km
2h 24m
Rs 14,000–17,000

Talawa to Kandy by train

7Weekly Trains

4h 59mAverage Duration

Rs 2,472Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 163.3 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Talawa, North Central, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Thalawa to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Thalawa to Kandy via Thambuttegama, Tambuttegam, Kurunegala, and Ambepussa in around 6h 33m.

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