Kandy to Gampaha

Kandy to Gampaha

Kandy
Gampaha
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Kandy to Gampaha Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+2h 37m
$64.00
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1h 24m
$90.41
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+1h 24m
$65.75
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+1h 24m
$65.64
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
2nd Class Reserved Seat
05:45
07:46
$12.49
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
10:40
13:06
$6.26
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
13:03
15:12
$15.77
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
13:03
15:12
$12.16
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
2nd Class Reserved Seat
13:03
15:12
$13.14
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:34
16:52
$4.70
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Third Class Reserved Seats
14:34
16:52
$1.88
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
14:34
16:52
$3.13
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation class
15:00
17:02
$15.77
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
2nd Class Reserved Seat
15:00
17:02
$13.14
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
First Class Seat
15:25
18:05
$14.13
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
15:53
18:22
$15.77
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
15:53
18:22
$12.16
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
2nd Class Reserved Seat
15:53
18:22
$13.14
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
23:30
01:46
$4.70

How to get from Kandy to Gampaha

When you want to get from Kandy to Gampaha, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 97.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 65.12.

How far is Kandy from Gampaha?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kandy to Gampaha. Your trip will be a total of 44 miles (70 km). The flying distance is 44 miles (70 km).

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

The travel time from Kandy to Gampaha can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 5 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kandy to Gampaha varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lakpura: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 65.12 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 97.74.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Kandy to Gampaha:

  • Train tickets - USD 7.75 to USD 7.75;
  • Train+Van price: USD 32.89 - USD 35.88. From Kandy to Gampaha starting from 05:00 Colombo Fort until 06:20 Colombo Fort
  • taxi+Van price: USD 155.46. From Kandy to Gampaha starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 65.12 to USD 97.74.

How many trips per day are there between Kandy and Gampaha?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Kandy to Gampaha any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Kandy to Gampaha. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 65.12.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Kandy to Gampaha

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kandy to Gampaha? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% chosen Train+Van
  • 34% chosen taxi+Van
  • 8% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 8% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Kandy to Gampaha

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Gampaha

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport1h 24m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:40 AM
Departures per day4
Distance70 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, SL Highway Bus Service and Shuttle Transfer, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, TaxiBazaar