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Five ways to Travel from Puttalam to Kandy

Composite routes from Puttalam to Kandy

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
129 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 15 min
Rideshare
129 km.
from $4.91
5 h 41 min
Bus, Train
120 km.
from $5.43
7 h 16 min
120 km.
from $3.30
6 h 37 min
120 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 Fort Station to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
Train from Puttalam to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
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 Puttalam to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
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–$2.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Kandy is to train which costs $1.30 - $4.02 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Kandy via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Kandy?

The distance between Puttalam and Kandy is 267 km. The road distance is 130.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Puttalam to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Kandy?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Kandy is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.30 - $4.02 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Puttalam to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Kandy is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Puttalam 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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