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

The cheapest way to get from Tangalle to Kandy is to bus which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1700 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tangalle to Kandy is to drive and fly which takes 3h 27m and costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Tangalle and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Tangalle to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Tangalle and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Tangalle and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Tangalle to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Beliatta and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

How far is it from Tangalle to Kandy?

The distance between Tangalle and Kandy is 328 km. The road distance is 222.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tangalle to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 59m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 4700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Tangalle to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tangalle to Kandy bus from?

Tangalle to Kandy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Tangalle station.

Where do I catch the Tangalle to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Tangalle to Kandy?

The best way to get from Tangalle to Kandy is to train which takes 9h 1m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1700 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Tangalle to Kandy bus arrive?

Tangalle to Kandy bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Where does the Tangalle to Kandy train arrive?

Tangalle to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Tangalle to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Tangalle to Kandy is 222 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Tangalle 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 Tangalle to Kandy by car, plane, bus, or train

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Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Tangalle to Colombo-Airport-CMBcar
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
3h 27m
Rs 25,876–145,443
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tangalle to Nittambuwabus
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
7h 7m
Rs 1,229–1,608
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
6h 59m
Rs 2,519–4,628
Train
1. Take the train from Beliatta to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
9h 1m
Rs 5,239–10,590
Drive 222.1 km
1. Drive from Tangalle to Kandycar 222.1 km
4h 13m
Rs 9,969–14,399

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

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Distance: 327.5 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Tangalle to Kandy via Beliatta and Fort Station in around 9h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tangalle to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa in around 7h 7m.

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