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

The cheapest way to get from Athurugiriya to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athurugiriya to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 35m and costs Rs. 26000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct bus between Athurugiriya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Athurugiriya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Malabe and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Athurugiriya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Athurugiriya station to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Athurugiriya to Kandy?

The distance between Athurugiriya and Kandy is 163 km. The road distance is 114.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Athurugiriya to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Athurugiriya to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athurugiriya to Kandy bus from?

Athurugiriya to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Malabe station.

Where do I catch the Athurugiriya to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Athurugiriya to Kandy?

The best way to get from Athurugiriya to Kandy is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Athurugiriya to Kandy bus arrive?

Athurugiriya to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Athurugiriya to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athurugiriya to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Athurugiriya to Kandy is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Athurugiriya to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy.

Athurugiriya to Kandy - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Athurugiriya to Kandy by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Athurugiriya to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 35m
Rs 26,565–126,113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Malabe to Kandybus 17
3h 52m
Rs 1,836–2,139
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
2h 52m
Rs 6,350–9,087
Drive 114.8 km
1. Drive from Athurugiriya to Kandycar 114.8 km
1h 51m
Rs 5,230–7,554
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athurugiriya to Kandytaxi 114.8 km
1h 51m
Rs 31,000–38,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) flights

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.2 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Athurugiriya, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Malabe to Kandy every 15 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–430 and the journey takes 3h 46m.

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