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3 h 10 min
223 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Galle to Kandy

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Cheapest
By car (223 km)
3 h 10 min
223 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
3 h 10 min
223 km.
from $8.48
Taxi, Plane
2 h 52 min
146 km.
from $739
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 to Kandy?

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

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $434.78 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Galle and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Galle 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 to Kandy?

The distance between Galle and Kandy is 274 km. The road distance is 223.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle 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 to Kandy?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Galle to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Kandy?

The best way to get from Galle 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 to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Kandy is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Galle 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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