What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2000 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kandapola Colony?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Kandapola Colony. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kandapola Colony?

The distance between Colombo and Kandapola Colony is 167 km. The road distance is 164 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Kandapola Colony without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 11m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kandapola Colony bus from?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kandapola Colony bus arrive?

Colombo to Kandapola Colony bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kandapola Colony?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kandapola Colony is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Colombo to Kandapola Colony.

Where can I stay near Kandapola Colony?

There are 907+ hotels available in Kandapola Colony.

Colombo to Kandapola Colony - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Kandapola Colony by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Kandapola Colonytaxi
2h 1m
Rs 25,675–143,907
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
4h 49m
Rs 1,179–1,981
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Kandy to Kandapola Colonytaxi
4h 11m
Rs 6,076–8,974
Drive 164 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kandapola Colonycar 164 km
2h 56m
Rs 7,347–10,612
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kandapola Colonytaxi 164 km
2h 56m
Rs 45,000–55,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,806Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.4 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Kandapola Colony, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route every 4 hours.

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