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Two ways to Travel from Kandy to Puttalam

Composite routes from Kandy to Puttalam

Cheapest
2 h 14 min
Car
129 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 14 min
Rideshare
129 km.
from $4.91

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Kandy to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.70–$2.16
Train from Ragama to Noor
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Puttalam is to train which costs $1.30 - $4.02 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Puttalam is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Noor Nagar via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Kandy to Puttalam?

The distance between Kandy and Puttalam is 228 km. The road distance is 130.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Puttalam without a car is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $1.30 - $4.02 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Kandy to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Puttalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Puttalam train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kandy to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Kandy to Puttalam is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $1.30 - $4.02 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 38m. There are no good options to fly between Kandy to Puttalam.

Where does the Kandy to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Puttalam train arrive?

Kandy to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Puttalam is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Kandy to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 97+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.65 per night.
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