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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Katukurunda is to bus via Colombo which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 1900 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Katukurunda is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Katukurunda?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy to Katukurunda. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Panadura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Katukurunda?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Katukurunda. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Kalutara South via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Kandy to Katukurunda?

The distance between Kandy and Katukurunda is 166 km. The road distance is 153.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Katukurunda without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Kandy to Katukurunda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Katukurunda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Katukurunda train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Katukurunda?

The best way to get from Kandy to Katukurunda is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3000 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Kandy to Katukurunda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Katukurunda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Katukurunda?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Katukurunda is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Kandy to Katukurunda.

Where can I stay near Katukurunda?

There are 797+ hotels available in Katukurunda.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain Kandy / ...
2. Take the train from Maradana to Kalutara Southtrain Maradana
4h 28m
Rs 2,774–6,242
Bus via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Kalutarabus
4h 56m
Rs 1,496–1,891
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Panadurabus 17
4h 50m
Rs 2,498–2,941
Drive 153.2 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Katukurundacar 153.2 km
2h 26m
Rs 6,828–9,863
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Katukurundataxi 153.2 km
2h 26m
Rs 11,000–13,000

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Distance: 166.2 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Kandy to Katukurunda via Maradana and Kalutara South in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy to Panadura every 15 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 490–550 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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