Badulla to Kandy

Badulla to Kandy

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Badulla to Kandy Schedule

Badulla to Kandy Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 3pax Any timeLKR 26,662
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 05:45 - 13:03LKR 2,390
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 08:30 - 15:53$ 13.67
Sri Lanka Railways Observation class 10:15 - 17:15$ 23.97
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Sleeper 18:00 - 01:57$ 23.97
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 20:30 - 03:25$ 13.60

Transportation from Badulla to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Badulla to Kandy

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport2h 18m
Earliest Departure5:45 AM
Latest Departure11:00 AM
Departures per day10
Distance115 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Badulla to Kandy Destination Reviews

AV
Very nice ride in the observation class with plenty of space and plenty of locals! Beware the observation coupe is the last coupé with the big windows at the back, so you'll drive backwards the whole way (I get carsick but with one tablet I was fine when whole train ride, the train is pretty slow making me less nauseaus and making the view even better!) There is only 4 seats by the actual big window, but the other seats provided a good view as well and you can walk to the window and hang out for a little bit
Train #1596 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railway, Feb 2, 2023
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How to get from Badulla to Kandy

Travelling between Badulla and Kandy 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 151.24 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 6.19.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 10 hours to travel between Badulla and Kandy depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Badulla and Kandy. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 18m. Train does a much slower job and take about 9h 37m to reach Kandy.

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

Travelling between Badulla and Kandy can be as cheap as USD 6.19 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 151.24 if you buy a Stef Lanka Tours 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 Badulla and Kandy ?

  • 4 from Badulla to Kandy starting from 05:45 Badulla Ella until 11:00 Badulla Ella
  • 6 from Badulla to Kandy starting from 00:00 Ella until 00:00 Ella

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

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 Badulla and Kandy

Ceylon Roots, Stef Lanka Tours

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 Badulla to Kandy?

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