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Kilinochchi to Kandy

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By car (253 km)
4 h 31 min
253 km.
from $13
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4 h 31 min
253 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Kilinochchi to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.52–$4.83

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kilinochchi to Nittambuwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.96

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy is to bus which costs $8.15 - $9.24 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $8.15 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Kilinochchi and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilinochchi to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Kilinochchi to Kandy?

The distance between Kilinochchi and Kandy is 277 km. The road distance is 254.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $8.15 - $14.13 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Kandy bus from?

Kilinochchi to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kilinochchi station.

Train, bus or fly from Kilinochchi to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $8.15 - $14.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.15 - $9.24 and takes 6h 53m. There are no good options to fly between Kilinochchi to Kandy.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Kandy bus arrive?

Kilinochchi to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Can I drive from Kilinochchi to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilinochchi to Kandy is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Kilinochchi 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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