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

The cheapest way to get from Manipay to Kandy is to bus via Colombo which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2800 and takes 14h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipay to Kandy is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs Rs. 14000 - Rs. 21000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipay and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipay to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Manipay and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Manipay to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kondavil and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Manipay to Kandy?

The distance between Manipay and Kandy is 380 km. The road distance is 322.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipay to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Manipay to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipay to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manipay to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Manipay to Kandy?

The best way to get from Manipay to Kandy is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 3900 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Manipay to Kandy bus arrive?

Manipay to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Where does the Manipay to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manipay to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipay to Kandy is 322 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Manipay to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kondavil to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 51m
Rs 2,901–6,674
Bus via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
14h 37m
Rs 2,212–2,757
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Nittambuwabus
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
8h 3m
Rs 3,597–3,841
Drive 322.4 km
1. Drive from Manipay to Kandycar 322.4 km
5h 38m
Rs 14,469–20,900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manipay to Kandytaxi 322.4 km
5h 38m
Rs 23,000–28,000

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Distance: 379.7 km
Duration: 7h 51m

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

You can take a vehicle from Manipay to Kandy via Kondavil and Polgahawela in around 7h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Manipay to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Kachcheri and Nittambuwa in around 8h 3m.

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