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

The cheapest way to get from Padukka to Kandy is to drive which costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 7500 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Padukka to Kandy is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 32000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Padukka and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Padukka to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Kaduwela and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Padukka and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Padukka station to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Padukka to Kandy?

The distance between Padukka and Kandy is 177 km. The road distance is 110.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Padukka to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Padukka to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padukka to Kandy bus from?

Padukka to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kaduwela station.

Where do I catch the Padukka to Kandy train from?

Padukka to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Padukka to Kandy?

The best way to get from Padukka to Kandy is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 7500 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Padukka to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Padukka to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Padukka to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Padukka to Kandy is 111 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Padukka to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Padukka to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 51m
Rs 32,475–150,780
Drive 110.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Padukka to Kandycar 110.8 km
2h
Rs 4,988–7,204
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
3h 8m
Rs 9,959–13,352
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kaduwela to Kandybus 17
4h 1m
Rs 6,079–7,157
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Padukka to Kandytaxi 110.8 km
2h
Rs 30,000–36,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 15,808Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.7 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kaduwela to Kandy every 15 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 370–410 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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