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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kandy to Kataragama

Composite routes from Kandy to Kataragama

Cheapest
3 h 34 min
Car
216 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 50 min
Taxi, Plane
123 km.
from $422.83
2 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
123 km.
from $505.33

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$597.83
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$423.91

Bus operators

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Kandy to Kataragama
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Kataragama is to bus which costs $3.41 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Kataragama is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $293.48 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Kataragama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kandy and arriving at Kataragama. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Kandy to Kataragama?

The distance between Kandy and Kataragama is 313 km. The road distance is 217.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Kataragama without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $3.41 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Kandy to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kataragama bus from?

Kandy to Kataragama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Kandy station.

Where does the Kandy to Kataragama bus arrive?

Kandy to Kataragama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kataragama station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Kataragama is 217 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Kandy to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 364+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.85 per night.
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