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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Kurunegala is to bus which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1400 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Kurunegala is to drive which takes 41 min and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2800.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Kurunegala?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Kurunegala. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Kurunegala via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Kurunegala?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Kurunegala. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Kurunegala via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Kandy to Kurunegala?

The distance between Kandy and Kurunegala is 68 km. The road distance is 42 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Kurunegala without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Kandy to Kurunegala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Kurunegala train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Kandy to Kurunegala is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1400 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Kandy to Kurunegala bus arrive?

Kandy to Kurunegala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Where does the Kandy to Kurunegala train arrive?

Kandy to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Kurunegala is 42 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Kandy to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 104+ hotels available in Kurunegala.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Polgahawelatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kurunegalatrain Colombo / ...
2h 40m
Rs 2,309–5,776
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Nittambuwabus Colombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kurunegalabus
4h 34m
Rs 1,075–1,399
Drive 42 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Kurunegalacar 42 km
41 min
Rs 1,891–2,731
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Kurunegalataxi 42 km
41 min
Rs 3,000–3,600
Bus via Veyangoda
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Nittambuwabus Colombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kurunegalabus Colombo-Trincomalee
4h 54m
Rs 2,575–2,899

Kandy to Kurunegala by train

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Distance: 68.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Kandy to Kurunegala via Polgahawela in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Kurunegala via Nittambuwa in around 4h 34m.

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