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3 h 14 min
217 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galle to Kandy

Composite routes from Galle to Kandy

Cheapest
3 h 14 min
Car
217 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 52 min
Taxi, Plane
146 km.
from $739
6 h 9 min
146 km.
from $5.46
5 h 25 min
146 km.
from $11.59

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$293.48–$413.04
+94 11 2 475 475
+94 11 2 475 475
Call
Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
2h 38m
Twice daily
$0.65–$6.01
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
Call
Bus operators
Found: 1
National Transport Commission
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
1h 30m
Every 20 minutes
$0.92–$1.63
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

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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