What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Kandalama?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Kandalama is to bus which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2400 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Kandalama?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Kandalama is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Kandalama?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Kandalama. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Dambulla via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Galle to Kandalama?

The distance between Galle and Kandalama is 269 km. The road distance is 263.2 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Kandalama without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Kandalama without a car is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 4h 48m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4000.

How long does it take to get from Galle to Kandalama?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Galle to Kandalama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Kandalama bus from?

Galle to Kandalama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Galle to Kandalama?

The best way to get from Galle to Kandalama is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 4h 48m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 22h.

Where does the Galle to Kandalama bus arrive?

Galle to Kandalama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Galle to Kandalama?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Kandalama is 263 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Galle to Kandalama.

Where can I stay near Kandalama?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Kandalama.

Galle to Kandalama - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Galle to Kandalama by bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus via Kaduwela
best
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawathabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Dambullabus
4h 48m
Rs 3,483–3,921
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galle to Dambullabus
5h 32m
Rs 1,682–2,321
Drive 263.2 km
1. Drive from Galle to Kandalamacar 263.2 km
3h 42m
Rs 11,767–16,997
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Kandalamataxi 263.2 km
3h 42m
Rs 29,000–35,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane KCT - GIU
22h
Rs 18,625–102,861

Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

7Weekly Planes

21h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 12,727Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.9 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Galle, Sri Lanka and Kandalama, Central, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Galle Bus Station to Kandalama via Kadawatha and Dambulla in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) once daily.

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