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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Kegalle is to bus which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1600 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Kegalle is to drive which takes 39 min and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Ambepussa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Yatagama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Kandy to Kegalle?

The distance between Kandy and Kegalle is 47 km. The road distance is 37.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Kegalle without a car is to train and taxi which takes 51 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 4100.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Kandy to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kegalle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kegalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Kandy to Kegalle is to bus which takes 1h 36m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3800 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Kandy to Kegalle bus arrive?

Kandy to Kegalle bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Ambepussa station.

Where does the Kandy to Kegalle train arrive?

Kandy to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Yatagama station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Kegalle is 37 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Kandy to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 119+ hotels available in Kegalle.

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

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Kadigamuwatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the taxi from Kadigamuwa to Kegalletaxi
51 min
Rs 2,144–4,054
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ambepussabus 17
1h 36m
Rs 1,211–1,530
Drive 37.3 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Kegallecar 37.3 km
39 min
Rs 1,694–2,446
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Kegalletaxi 37.3 km
39 min
Rs 2,000–2,400
Train
1. Take the train from Kandy to Yatagamatrain Kandy
1h 56m
Rs 1,902–3,716

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Distance: 46.6 km
Duration: 51 min

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy to Ambepussa every 15 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 210–230 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Yatagama 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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