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2 h 25 min
153 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Kalutara to Kandy

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Cheapest
By car (153 km)
2 h 25 min
153 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
2 h 25 min
153 km.
from $5.82
Taxi, Plane
2 h 7 min
108 km.
from $634.89
Train
4 h 33 min
108 km.
from $2.57

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 Kalutara South to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.37–$1.08
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 Panadura to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.40–$2.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kalutara to Kandy is to train which costs $1.03 - $3.15 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalutara to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 7m and costs $369.57 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct train between Kalutara and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Kalutara to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kalutara South and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Kalutara to Kandy?

The distance between Kalutara and Kandy is 202 km. The road distance is 151.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kalutara to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $1.03 - $3.15 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Kalutara to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalutara to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kalutara to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kalutara to Kandy is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $1.03 - $3.15 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.07 - $9.24 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Kalutara to Kandy train arrive?

Kalutara to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kalutara to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalutara to Kandy is 152 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Kalutara 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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