What is the cheapest way to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake?

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Chilaw Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Chilaw Lake. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Chilaw via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Chilaw Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Chilaw Lake. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Kakkapalliya via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Kandy to Chilaw Lake?

The distance between Kandy and Chilaw Lake is 195 km. The road distance is 109.7 km.

How do I travel from Kandy to Chilaw Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000.

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Chilaw Lake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Chilaw Lake train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Chilaw Lake?

The best way to get from Kandy to Chilaw Lake is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Kandy to Chilaw Lake bus arrive?

Kandy to Chilaw Lake bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kandy to Chilaw Lake train arrive?

Kandy to Chilaw Lake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Chilaw Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Chilaw Lake is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Kandy to Chilaw Lake.

Where can I stay near Chilaw Lake?

There are 66+ hotels available in Chilaw Lake.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kakkapalliyatrain Colombo
6h 20m
Rs 2,474–5,972
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Chilawbus
6h 54m
Drive 109.7 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Kakkapalliyacar 109.7 km
1h 54m
Rs 5,000–7,222
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Kakkapalliyataxi 109.7 km
1h 54m
Rs 16,000–20,000

Kandy to Chilaw Lake by train

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Distance: 194.9 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Chilaw Lake, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Kandy to Kakkapalliya via Colombo Fort in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Kakkapalliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, Technical Junction, Chilaw, and Chilaw in around 6h 54m.

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