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

The cheapest way to get from Kaleliya to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1000 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaleliya to Kandy is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 4800.

Is there a direct bus between Kaleliya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaleliya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Ambepussa and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kaleliya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Kaleliya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Mirigama and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Kaleliya to Kandy?

The distance between Kaleliya and Kandy is 73 km. The road distance is 73.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaleliya to Kandy without a car is to bus via Ambepussa which takes 1h 38m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Kaleliya to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaleliya to Kandy bus from?

Kaleliya to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Ambepussa station.

Where do I catch the Kaleliya to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kaleliya to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kaleliya to Kandy is to bus via Ambepussa which takes 1h 38m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3600 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Kaleliya to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaleliya to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaleliya to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaleliya to Kandy is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Kaleliya to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy.

Kaleliya to Kandy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus via Ambepussa
best
1. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
1h 38m
Rs 1,243–1,451
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
2h 39m
Rs 859–996
Train
1. Take the train from Mirigama to Kandytrain Colombo
1h 59m
Rs 1,670–3,555
Drive 73.6 km
1. Drive from Kaleliya to Kandycar 73.6 km
1h 15m
Rs 3,310–4,782
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kaleliya to Kandytaxi 73.6 km
1h 15m
Rs 5,000–6,500

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Distance: 72.7 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Ambepussa to Kandy every 15 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 210–230 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mirigama to Kandy 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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