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

The cheapest way to get from Nochchiyagama to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 5500 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nochchiyagama to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Nochchiyagama and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Nochchiyagama to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Tambuttegam and arriving at Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Nochchiyagama and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Nochchiyagama to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Thambuttegama and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Nochchiyagama to Kandy?

The distance between Nochchiyagama and Kandy is 172 km. The road distance is 146 km.

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

The best way to get from Nochchiyagama to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 8500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Nochchiyagama to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nochchiyagama to Kandy bus from?

Nochchiyagama to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Tambuttegam station.

Where do I catch the Nochchiyagama to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Nochchiyagama to Kandy?

The best way to get from Nochchiyagama to Kandy is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 5500 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Nochchiyagama to Kandy bus arrive?

Nochchiyagama to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Nochchiyagama to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nochchiyagama to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Nochchiyagama to Kandy is 146 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Nochchiyagama to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Thambuttegama to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 11m
Rs 4,352–8,207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tambuttegam to Kurunegalabus 57
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
5h 45m
Rs 4,700–5,304
Drive 146 km
1. Drive from Nochchiyagama to Kandycar 146 km
2h 41m
Rs 6,571–9,491
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nochchiyagama to Kandytaxi 146 km
2h 41m
Rs 10,000–13,000

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Distance: 171.8 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nochchiyagama to Kandy via Thambuttegama and Polgahawela in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Nochchiyagama to Kandy via Tambuttegam, Kurunegala, and Ambepussa in around 5h 45m.

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