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

The cheapest way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Kilinochchi and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilinochchi to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kilinochchi and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Kilinochchi to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Kilinochchi to Kandy?

The distance between Kilinochchi and Kandy is 304 km. The road distance is 252.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Kandy bus from?

Kilinochchi to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kilinochchi station.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilinochchi to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Kandy is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Kandy bus arrive?

Kilinochchi to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilinochchi to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilinochchi to Kandy is 253 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Kilinochchi to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1564+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Kilinochchi to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 35m
Rs 2,579–6,054
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilinochchi to Kurunegalabus
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
6h 35m
Drive 252.9 km
1. Drive from Kilinochchi to Kandycar 252.9 km
4h 29m
Rs 11,275–16,286
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilinochchi to Kandytaxi 252.9 km
4h 29m
Rs 18,000–22,000

Kilinochchi to Kandy by train

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Distance: 303.7 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Kilinochchi to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilinochchi to Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa in around 6h 35m.

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