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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kandy to Katunayake

Composite routes from Kandy to Katunayake

Cheapest
1 h 53 min
Car
101 km.
from $5
Other
3 h 46 min
Train, Bus
82 km.
from $2.37

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Kandy to Colombo

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Kandy to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.71–$2.17

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.27–$0.65
Bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.98–$1.74

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Katunayake is to train and bus which costs $1 - $2.83 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Katunayake is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Katunayake?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Katunayake station. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Katunayake Airport Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Kandy to Katunayake?

The distance between Kandy and Katunayake is 154 km. The road distance is 102.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Katunayake without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $1 - $2.83 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Kandy to Katunayake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Katunayake bus from?

Kandy to Katunayake bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where does the Kandy to Katunayake bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Katunayake?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Katunayake is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Kandy to Katunayake.

Where can I stay near Katunayake?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Katunayake. Prices start at $15.33 per night.
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