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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 850 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 52m and costs Rs. 55000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Kandy via Kaduwela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Galle to Kandy?

The distance between Galle and Kandy is 266 km. The road distance is 217.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 850.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Galle to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Kandy?

The best way to get from Galle to Kandy is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Galle to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Kandy is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Galle to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2h 52m
Rs 55,900–169,600
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kaduwelabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Kaduwela to Kandybus 17
5h 25m
Rs 776–851
Train
1. Take the train from Galle to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 9m
Rs 1,400–5,966
Drive 217.8 km
1. Drive from Galle to Kandycar 217.8 km
3h 8m
Rs 9,824–14,190
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Kandytaxi 217.8 km
3h 8m
Rs 24,000–29,000

Galle to Kandy by train

19Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

Rs 1,400Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.3 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Galle Bus Station to Kandy via Kaduwela in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galle to Kandy via Fort Station in around 6h 9m.

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