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

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Kandy is to bus via Dambulla which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3300 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Kandy is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Vavuniya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Vavuniya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Kandy?

The distance between Vavuniya and Kandy is 254 km. The road distance is 177.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Vavuniya to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Kandy?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Kandy is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Kandy bus arrive?

Vavuniya to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Vavuniya to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Kandy is 178 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Vavuniya to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1570+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Kurunegalabus
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
5h 35m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 37m
Rs 2,530–5,953
Drive 177.6 km
1. Drive from Vavuniya to Kandycar 177.6 km
3h 8m
Rs 7,935–11,461
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vavuniya to Kandytaxi 177.6 km
3h 8m
Rs 12,000–15,000
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Ambepussabus
3. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
8h 12m
Rs 2,887–3,240

Vavuniya to Kandy by train

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253.7 km
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Vavuniya to Kandy via Kurunegala and Ambepussa in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vavuniya to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 5h 37m.

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