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

The cheapest way to get from Palavi to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palavi to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Palavi and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Palavi to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Palavi Junction and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Palavi and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Palavi to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Palavi and arriving at Kandy via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Palavi to Kandy?

The distance between Palavi and Kandy is 219 km. The road distance is 128.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Palavi to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Palavi to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palavi to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palavi to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Palavi to Kandy?

The best way to get from Palavi to Kandy is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Palavi to Kandy bus arrive?

Palavi to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Palavi to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palavi to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Palavi to Kandy is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Palavi to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1561+ hotels available in Kandy.

Palavi to Kandy - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Palavi to Kandy by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Palavi to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2h 39m
Rs 42,947–154,292
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palavi to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Kandytrain Colombo
7h 1m
Rs 2,472–5,968
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palavi Junction to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
5h 56m
Drive 128.4 km
1. Drive from Palavi to Kandycar 128.4 km
2h 17m
Rs 5,749–8,304
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palavi to Kandytaxi 128.4 km
2h 17m
Rs 6,500–8,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Palavi Junction to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 6m

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

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.2 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Palavi, North Western, Sri Lanka and Kandy, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Palavi Junction to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Pettah and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palavi to Kandy via Ragama in around 7h 1m.

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