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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Anuradhapura to Kandy

Composite routes from Anuradhapura to Kandy

Cheapest
2 h 24 min
Car
135 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.65–$1.96

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.03–$1.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Kandy is to train and taxi which costs $7.61 - $10.87 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Kandy?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Kandy is 152 km. The road distance is 135.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Kandy without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 37m and costs $7.61 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Anuradhapura to Kandy, including transfers.

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Kandy is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Anuradhapura to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Kandy. Prices start at $24.38 per night.
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