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Three ways to Travel from Palaviya to Kandy

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Cheapest
By car (127 km)
2 h 14 min
127 km.
from $6
Other
Bus
6 h 32 min
116 km.
Train
7 h 7 min
116 km.
from $3.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Palavi to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$2.29
Train from Ragama to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$2.16

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Palavi Junction to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palaviya to Kandy is to train which costs $1.20 - $3.80 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palaviya to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Palaviya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Palaviya to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Palavi Junction and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Palaviya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Palaviya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Palavi and arriving at Kandy via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Palaviya to Kandy?

The distance between Palaviya and Kandy is 255 km. The road distance is 127.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Palaviya to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Palaviya to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palaviya to Kandy bus from?

Palaviya to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Palavi Junction station.

Where do I catch the Palaviya to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Palaviya to Kandy?

The best way to get from Palaviya to Kandy is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.20 - $3.80 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Palaviya to Kandy bus arrive?

Palaviya to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Palaviya to Kandy train arrive?

Palaviya to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Palaviya to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Palaviya to Kandy is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Palaviya to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1195+ hotels available in Kandy. Prices start at $23.80 per night.
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