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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

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

Bus operators

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 Colombo to Kandy Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake is to train which costs $1 - $2.17 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake is to fly which takes 1h 30m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kandy Lake?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kandy Lake?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kandy. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

The distance between Colombo and Kandy Lake is 121 km. The road distance is 115.1 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Kandy Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $1 - $2.17 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

The train from Fort Station to Kandy takes 2h 31m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandy Lake bus from?

Colombo to Kandy Lake bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandy Lake train from?

Colombo to Kandy Lake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandy Lake is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $1 - $2.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $1.85 and takes 4h 10m, you could also fly, which costs $326.09 - $467.39 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Colombo to Kandy Lake bus arrive?

Colombo to Kandy Lake bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where does the Colombo to Kandy Lake train arrive?

Colombo to Kandy Lake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kandy station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kandy Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kandy Lake is 115 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Colombo to Kandy Lake.

Where can I stay near Kandy Lake?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Kandy Lake. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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