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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Chavakachcheri is to bus which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3100 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Chavakachcheri is to drive which takes 5h 19m and costs Rs. 13000 - Rs. 20000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Chavakachcheri?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Chavakachcheri. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Chavakachcheri via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Chavakachcheri?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Chavakachcheri. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Chavakacheri via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Kandy to Chavakachcheri?

The distance between Kandy and Chavakachcheri is 354 km. The road distance is 303.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Chavakachcheri without a car is to train which takes 8h 26m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Kandy to Chavakachcheri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Chavakachcheri bus from?

Kandy to Chavakachcheri bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Chavakachcheri train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Chavakachcheri?

The best way to get from Kandy to Chavakachcheri is to train which takes 8h 26m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3100 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Kandy to Chavakachcheri bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Chavakachcheri train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Chavakachcheri?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Chavakachcheri is 303 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Kandy to Chavakachcheri.

Where can I stay near Chavakachcheri?

There are 227+ hotels available in Chavakachcheri.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Kandy to Polgahawelatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Chavakacheritrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 26m
Rs 2,509–6,176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Nittambuwabus Colombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Chavakachcheribus
8h 35m
Rs 2,925–3,099
Drive 303.5 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Chavakachchericar 303.5 km
5h 19m
Rs 13,680–19,760
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Chavakachcheritaxi 303.5 km
5h 19m
Rs 21,000–26,000

Kandy to Chavakachcheri by train

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8h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 353.9 km
Duration: 8h 26m

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

You can take a train from Kandy to Chavakacheri via Polgahawela Junction in around 8h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Chavakachcheri via Nittambuwa in around 8h 35m.

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