Colombo to Kandy Transfer

Colombo to Kandy Transfer

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Colombo to Kandy Transfer Schedule

Colombo to Kandy Transfer Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lakpura Van 9pax Any timeLKR 29,982

Transportation from Colombo to Kandy Transfer

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Kandy Transfer

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure5:55 AM
Latest Departure5:45 PM
Departures per day2
Distance119 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railways

Colombo to Kandy Transfer Destination Reviews

SM
Didn't receive any snacks or meals even though it was mentioned when booking and had to collect the ticket from the station even though it said eticket is valid.
Train #11041 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Feb 25, 2024
NV
It was all Ok
Train #11041 Second Class, Sri Lanka Railway, Jan 21, 2024
S
Not a comfortable train trip. It’s jumping up and down many times, may be due to poor railway quality.
Train #1031 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 24, 2023
DC
IT WAS REALLY UNEXPECTED.
Train #1019 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 12, 2023
SS
Good online service, showed the booking number at the train station in Colombo and they gave us the ticket.
Train #1023 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 11, 2023
SS
We bought the ticket from Colombo to Kandy. First we wanted to take the train at 11 am but when I was looking 5 minutes later, the option was gone. So we booked the train at 7 am. So far so good. We got the receipt and I payed via PayPal. The official price was around 3.000 LKR, when I paid with PayPal they booked Singapore Dollars which was way more expensive. In total we payed 15EUR /20 USD… which is not the price that was originally shown. We received the E-Tickets right away and the rest was totally fine. Next time I would prefer asking the ticket counter instead of booking online as it’s a lot cheaper.
Train #1009 Second Class, Sri Lanka Railway, Apr 18, 2023
DL
The Climate is even on cold days veeeeeery freezing, they should regulate that. And we didn't have seats, where we could both sit in one row.
Train #1019 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jan 17, 2023
LR
Was an amazing train ride and 12go made it super easy to get the tickets and requested front glass seats for best viewing.
Train #1009 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railways, Nov 2, 2022
AN
It was an excellent experience for me to buy online ticket of SL and I could easily get the physical ticket in the station. Thanks to make our journey comfortable... Best of luck.... Buddy..
Train #1019 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Sep 30, 2022
I
There is no way to get a refund for an e-ticket if your plans change.
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Train #1015 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Mar 14, 2022
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How to get from Colombo to Kandy Transfer

Travelling between Colombo and Kandy Transfer is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 145.21 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 115.37.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kandy Transfer?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 4 hours to travel between Colombo and Kandy Transfer depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Colombo and Kandy Transfer. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 24m to reach Kandy Transfer.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo to Kandy Transfer?

Travelling between Colombo and Kandy Transfer can be as cheap as USD 115.37 if you opt for a Ceylon Roots taxi and as expensive as USD 145.21 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Colombo and Kandy Transfer ?

  • 2 from Colombo to Kandy starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Colombo to Kandy Transfer.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Colombo and Kandy

Ceylon Roots

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Colombo to Kandy Transfer?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 99% took a train
  • 1% Other