What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 14m and costs Rs. 20000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Kandy via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Kandy?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Kandy is 133 km. The road distance is 104.4 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000.

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Kandy bus from?

Ja-Ela to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Kandy train from?

Ja-Ela to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train, bus or fly from Ja-Ela to Kandy?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy is to fly which takes 1h 14m and costs Rs. 20000 - Rs. 140000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 3h 26m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Kandy bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Kandy train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kandy station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Kandy is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ja-Ela to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy.

Ja-Ela to Kandy - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 8 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Kandy by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly to Kandy
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 14m
Rs 20,357–136,458
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
5h 2m
Rs 390–440
Train
1. Take the train from Ragama to Kandytrain Colombo
3h 26m
Rs 2,372–5,823
Drive 104.4 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Kandycar 104.4 km
1h 48m
Rs 4,698–6,786
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Kandytaxi 104.4 km
1h 48m
Rs 28,000–34,000
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Kandytaxi
2h 14m
Rs 25,857–142,058
Fly to Hatton, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the train from Hatton to Kandytrain
4h 17m
Rs 20,487–138,008
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
4h 11m

Ja-Ela to Kandy by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 2,372Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.6 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Kandy 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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