What is the cheapest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy is to train and bus which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 3900 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 51m and costs Rs. 37000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct train between Talpe (Station) and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Talpe (Station) to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Talpe and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Talpe (Station) to Kandy?

The distance between Talpe (Station) and Kandy is 275 km. The road distance is 224.9 km.

How do I travel from Talpe (Station) to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000.

How long does it take to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Talpe (Station) to Kandy train from?

Talpe (Station) to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Talpe station.

Train or bus from Talpe (Station) to Kandy?

The best way to get from Talpe (Station) to Kandy is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Talpe (Station) to Kandy train arrive?

Talpe (Station) to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Talpe (Station) to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Talpe (Station) to Kandy is 225 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Talpe (Station) to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Kandy.

Talpe (Station) to Kandy - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus

There are 7 ways to get from Talpe (Station) 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 to Kandy
best
1. Take the taxi from Talpe (Station) to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2h 51m
Rs 37,080–129,722
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Talpe to Moratuwatrain Beliatta
2. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Kandybus 17
7h 16m
Rs 644–3,834
Train
1. Take the train from Talpe to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 47m
Rs 1,418–7,830
Drive 224.9 km
1. Drive from Talpe (Station) to Kandycar 224.9 km
3h 11m
Rs 9,448–13,647
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Talpe (Station) to Kandytaxi 224.9 km
3h 11m
Rs 34,000–41,000
Taxi, fly to Hatton
1. Take the taxi from Talpe (Station) to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
3. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Kandytaxi
3h 41m
Rs 39,480–127,622
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Centerbus Galle
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
7h 31m
Rs 2,284–2,640

Talpe (Station) to Kandy by train

12Weekly Trains

6h 47mAverage Duration

Rs 1,418Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.6 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Talpe (Station), Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Talpe to Kandy via Fort Station in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Talpe (Station) to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Galle Bus Station, Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center, Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre, Colombo City, and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 7h 31m.

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