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

The cheapest way to get from Nelliady to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelliady to Kandy is to drive which takes 5h 29m and costs Rs. 14000 - Rs. 21000.

Is there a direct bus between Nelliady and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelliady to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Nelliady and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Kilinochchi and Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Nelliady and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Nelliady to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kodikamam and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Nelliady to Kandy?

The distance between Nelliady and Kandy is 362 km. The road distance is 312.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelliady to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 7500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Nelliady to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelliady to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nelliady to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Nelliady to Kandy?

The best way to get from Nelliady to Kandy is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Nelliady to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nelliady to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelliady to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelliady to Kandy is 313 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Nelliady to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Kodikamam to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 28m
Rs 3,483–7,362
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nelliady to Kilinochchibus
2. Take the bus from Kilinochchi to Nittambuwabus
3. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus
9h 58m
Drive 312.7 km
1. Drive from Nelliady to Kandycar 312.7 km
5h 29m
Rs 14,034–20,271
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelliady to Kandytaxi 312.7 km
5h 29m
Rs 22,000–27,000

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Distance: 362.4 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nelliady to Kandy via Kodikamam and Polgahawela in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelliady to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Kilinochchi and Nittambuwa in around 9h 58m.

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