What is the cheapest way to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa is to train which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 7000 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa?

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Tissa Wewa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Tissa Wewa. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Anuradhapura via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Tissa Wewa?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Tissa Wewa. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Anuradhapura via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Kandy to Tissa Wewa?

The distance between Kandy and Tissa Wewa is 184 km. The road distance is 139.9 km.

How do I travel from Kandy to Tissa Wewa without a car?

The best way to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 7000.

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Tissa Wewa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Tissa Wewa train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Tissa Wewa?

The best way to get from Kandy to Tissa Wewa is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Kandy to Tissa Wewa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Tissa Wewa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Tissa Wewa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Tissa Wewa is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Kandy to Tissa Wewa.

Where can I stay near Tissa Wewa?

There are 558+ hotels available in Tissa Wewa.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kandy to Polgahawelatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Anuradhapuratrain Colombo / ...
4h 51m
Rs 2,959–6,576
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Anuradhapurabus
7h 41m
Drive 139.9 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Tissa Wewacar 139.9 km
2h 30m
Rs 6,361–9,187
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Tissa Wewataxi 139.9 km
2h 30m
Rs 15,000–19,000

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Distance: 183.7 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Tissa Wewa, North Central, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Kandy to Tissa Wewa via Polgahawela Junction and Anuradhapura in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Tissa Wewa via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, Technical Junction, and Anuradhapura in around 7h 41m.

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