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

The cheapest way to get from Giritale to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Giritale to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Giritale and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Giritale to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Kandy via Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Giritale and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Giritale to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Hingurakgoda and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Giritale to Kandy?

The distance between Giritale and Kandy is 205 km. The road distance is 117.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Giritale to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 5000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Giritale to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Giritale to Kandy bus from?

Giritale to Kandy bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Habarana station.

Where do I catch the Giritale to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Giritale to Kandy?

The best way to get from Giritale to Kandy is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 5000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Giritale to Kandy bus arrive?

Giritale to Kandy bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ambepussa station.

Where does the Giritale to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Giritale to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Giritale to Kandy is 118 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Giritale to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1509+ hotels available in Kandy.

Giritale to Kandy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Giritale to Kandy by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Habarana to Ambepussabus Trincomalee-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
4h 40m
Rs 4,462–5,019
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hingurakgoda to Polgahawelatrain Batticaloa
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 55m
Rs 3,076–6,681
Drive 117.6 km
1. Drive from Giritale to Kandycar 117.6 km
2h 13m
Rs 5,366–7,750
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Giritale to Kandytaxi 117.6 km
2h 13m
Rs 6,000–7,500

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Distance: 204.8 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a vehicle from Giritale to Kandy via Habarana and Ambepussa in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Giritale to Kandy via Hingurakgoda and Polgahawela in around 5h 55m.

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