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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Dematagoda?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Dematagoda. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Dematagoda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Maradana. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Kandy to Dematagoda?

The distance between Kandy and Dematagoda is 119 km. The road distance is 111.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Kandy to Maradana takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Dematagoda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Dematagoda train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Dematagoda?

The best way to get from Kandy to Dematagoda is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1800 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Kandy to Dematagoda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Dematagoda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Dematagoda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Dematagoda is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Kandy to Dematagoda.

Where can I stay near Dematagoda?

There are 1547+ hotels available in Dematagoda.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2h 26m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
3h 4m
Rs 1,396–1,731
Drive 111.4 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Dematagodacar 111.4 km
1h 53m
Rs 5,064–7,315
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Dematagodataxi 111.4 km
1h 53m
Rs 30,000–37,000

Kandy to Dematagoda by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.2 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Maradana every 3 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h.

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