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

The cheapest way to get from Walgama to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2200 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walgama to Kandy is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Walgama and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Walgama to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Kandy via Panadura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Walgama and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Walgama to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Walgama and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Walgama to Kandy?

The distance between Walgama and Kandy is 273 km. The road distance is 249 km.

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

The best way to get from Walgama to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Walgama to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walgama to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Walgama to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Walgama to Kandy?

The best way to get from Walgama to Kandy is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Walgama to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Walgama to Kandy train arrive?

Walgama to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Walgama to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Walgama to Kandy is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Walgama to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matara to Panadurabus Matara
2. Take the bus from Panadura to Kandybus 17
6h 33m
Rs 1,297–2,185
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Walgama to Panaduratrain Beliatta
2. Take the bus from Panadura to Kandybus 17
8h 8m
Rs 712–3,523
Train
1. Take the train from Walgama to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 34m
Rs 1,440–6,018
Drive 249 km
1. Drive from Walgama to Kandycar 249 km
3h 25m
Rs 11,168–16,131
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Walgama to Kandytaxi 249 km
3h 25m
Rs 17,000–21,000

Walgama to Kandy by train

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7h 34mAverage Duration

Rs 1,440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.2 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Walgama, Southern, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a vehicle from Walgama to Kandy via Matara and Panadura in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Walgama to Kandy via Fort Station in around 7h 34m.

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