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3 h 7 min
222 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Galle Station to Kandy

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Cheapest
By car (222 km)
3 h 7 min
222 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
3 h 7 min
222 km.
from $8.45
Taxi, Plane
2 h 49 min
146 km.
from $736.93
Train
6 h 9 min
146 km.
from $5.46
Bus
5 h 25 min
146 km.
from $11.59

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03
Train from Fort Station to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91
Bus from Malabe to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galle Station to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Galle Station to Kandy is to train which costs $1.30 - $8.15 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle Station to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Galle Station to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $434.78 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Galle Station and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Galle Station to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Galle Station to Kandy?

The distance between Galle Station and Kandy is 272 km. The road distance is 221.8 km.

How do I travel from Galle Station to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Galle Station to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $6.52 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Galle Station to Kandy?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Galle Station to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle Station to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle Station to Kandy?

The best way to get from Galle Station to Kandy is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $6.52 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.30 - $8.15 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Galle Station to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle Station to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle Station to Kandy is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Galle Station 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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