Kandy to Colombo

Kandy to Colombo

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Kandy to Colombo Schedule

Kandy to Colombo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lakpura Minivan 4pax Any timeLKR 34,513
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 05:45 - 08:24LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 06:15 - 08:50LKR 1,550
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 10:51 - 14:05LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 13:03 - 15:47LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 15:53 - 18:57LKR 1,445
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 16:50 - 19:40LKR 2,600

Transportation from Kandy to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport2h 30m
Earliest Departure4:30 AM
Latest Departure3:53 PM
Departures per day3
Distance125 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Tuktukdude Leisure

Kandy to Colombo Destination Reviews

LZ
Fast and convenient. Even can sleep if you want.
Train #1016 Third Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Feb 27, 2024
VZ
First class is similar to second class in EU. Air conditioning working, though set needlessly to low temperature
Train #1024 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Nov 11, 2023
4.6
25 customer reviews
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How to get from Kandy to Colombo

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 127.90 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 98.21.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 12 hours to travel between Kandy and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Kandy and Colombo. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 30m. Van does a much slower job and take about 12h to reach Colombo.

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

Travelling between Kandy and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 98.21 if you opt for a Lakpura taxi and as expensive as USD 127.90 if you buy a Lakpura 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 Kandy and Colombo ?

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

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

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 Kandy and Colombo

Lakpura

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.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Kandy and Colombo, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Kandy and Colombo

Tuktukdude Leisure

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

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

  • 98% took a train
  • 1% Other