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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dambulla Cave Temple to Kandy

Composite routes from Dambulla Cave Temple to Kandy

Cheapest
1 h 14 min
Car
71 km.
from $3
Other
8 h 4 min
62 km.
from $7.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy is to bus which costs $2.28 - $9.78 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla cave temple and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy?

The distance between Dambulla cave temple and Kandy is 266 km. The road distance is 72.3 km.

How do I travel from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs $2.28 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla cave temple to Kandy bus from?

Dambulla cave temple to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Dambulla station.

Where does the Dambulla cave temple to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla cave temple to Kandy is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Dambulla cave temple to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Kandy. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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