Facts about the transport from Kandy to Kurunegala
| Cheapest Transport | $18 |
| Fastest Transport | 58m |
| Earliest Departure | 3:25 AM |
| Latest Departure | 3:25 AM |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 49 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours |
Kandy to Kurunegala
Best Options
$27
$132
Other Options
Transportation from Kandy to Kurunegala
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Trains$ 17.90
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Taxis$ 26.81
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Kurunegala
Popular Routes in Sri Lanka
How to get from Kandy to Kurunegala
Travelling between Kandy and Kurunegala is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 131.07 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 26.81.
How long does it take to get from Kandy to Kurunegala?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Kandy and Kurunegala depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Kandy and Kurunegala. Train will bring you to your destination in 58m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h 12m to reach Kurunegala.
How much does it cost to get from Kandy to Kurunegala?
Travelling between Kandy and Kurunegala can be as cheap as USD 26.81 if you opt for a Stef Lanka Tours taxi and as expensive as USD 131.07 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 Kandy and Kurunegala ?
- 4 from Kandy to Kurunegala starting from 00:00 Kandy Transfer until 00:00 Kandy Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kandy to Kurunegala.
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 Kurunegala
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 Kandy to Kurunegala?
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
- 100% took a train