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

The cheapest way to get from Kuchchaveli to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuchchaveli to Kandy is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Kuchchaveli and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuchchaveli to Kandy. However, there are services departing from 04 kanuwa and arriving at Kandy via Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kuchchaveli and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Kuchchaveli to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Kuchchaveli to Kandy?

The distance between Kuchchaveli and Kandy is 283 km. The road distance is 206 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuchchaveli to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Kuchchaveli to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuchchaveli to Kandy bus from?

Kuchchaveli to Kandy bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from 04 kanuwa station.

Where do I catch the Kuchchaveli to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Kuchchaveli to Kandy?

The best way to get from Kuchchaveli to Kandy is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 9000 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Kuchchaveli to Kandy bus arrive?

Kuchchaveli to Kandy bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ambepussa station.

Where does the Kuchchaveli to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuchchaveli to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuchchaveli to Kandy is 206 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Kuchchaveli to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1570+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from 04 kanuwa to Ambepussabus Trincomalee-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
6h 33m
Rs 4,366–5,715
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Polgahawelatrain Trincomalee
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 57m
Rs 4,775–8,789
Drive 206 km
1. Drive from Kuchchaveli to Kandycar 206 km
3h 33m
Rs 9,258–13,372
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kuchchaveli to Kandytaxi 206 km
3h 33m
Rs 14,000–18,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Palampoddaru to Polgahawelabus
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 42m
Rs 4,938–7,453

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Distance: 283.5 km
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kuchchaveli to Kandy via 04 kanuwa and Ambepussa in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kuchchaveli to Kandy via Trincomalee and Polgahawela in around 7h 57m.

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