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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Kalkudah is to train which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 10000 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Kalkudah is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Kalkudah?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Kalkudah. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Kalkudah?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Kalkudah. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Puttalam via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Kandy to Kalkudah?

The distance between Kandy and Kalkudah is 290 km. The road distance is 154.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Kalkudah without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Kandy to Kalkudah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kalkudah bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kalkudah train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Kalkudah?

The best way to get from Kandy to Kalkudah is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Kandy to Kalkudah bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Kalkudah train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Kalkudah?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Kalkudah is 155 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Kandy to Kalkudah.

Where can I stay near Kalkudah?

There are 127+ hotels available in Kalkudah.

Kandy to Kalkudah - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kandy to Kalkudah by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Puttalambus
6h 23m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kandy to Ragamatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Ragama to Puttalamtrain Colombo
7h 38m
Rs 5,462–9,653
Drive 154.9 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Kalkudahcar 154.9 km
2h 48m
Rs 6,918–9,993
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Kalkudahtaxi 154.9 km
2h 48m
Rs 11,000–14,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalambus
7h 1m
Train via Colombo
1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Puttalamtrain Colombo
8h 22m
Rs 5,474–9,672

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Distance: 289.9 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Kalkudah, North Western, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Kandy to Kalkudah via Ragama and Puttalam in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Kalkudah via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, Pettah, and Puttalam in around 7h 1m.

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