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

The cheapest way to get from Yakkala to Kandy is to train which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3500 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yakkala to Kandy is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs Rs. 3800 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Yakkala and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Yakkala to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Yakkala and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Yakkala and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Yakkala to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Gampaha and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Yakkala to Kandy?

The distance between Yakkala and Kandy is 99 km. The road distance is 85.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Yakkala to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Yakkala to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yakkala to Kandy bus from?

Yakkala to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Nittambuwa station.

Where do I catch the Yakkala to Kandy train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Yakkala to Kandy?

The best way to get from Yakkala to Kandy is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 2800 and takes 2h 50m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Yakkala to Kandy bus arrive?

Yakkala to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where does the Yakkala to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yakkala to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Yakkala to Kandy is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Yakkala to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Kandytrain Colombo
2h 7m
Rs 1,619–3,495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
2h 50m
Rs 2,558–2,748
Drive 85.6 km
1. Drive from Yakkala to Kandycar 85.6 km
1h 25m
Rs 3,852–5,563
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yakkala to Kandytaxi 85.6 km
1h 25m
Rs 6,000–7,500
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 28m
Rs 23,230–139,854

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

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 98.9 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Kandy 5 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 270–300 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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