Colombo Fort to Kandy

Colombo Fort to Kandy

Colombo Fort
Kandy
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Colombo Fort to Kandy Destination Reviews

LK
I had 12go book my Colombo to Kandy train tickets and my husband and I weren’t seated together, we were across the aisle. In fact we both had aisle seats. I was disappointed because you would expect booking x2 tickets that one would have a window seat and we would be seated together. I have noticed on my Kandy to Ella train tickets which is upcoming that you have done the same. Very disappointing seeing the train journey is heart to be beautiful and neither of us will have a window seat.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1029 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jun 7, 2025
SC
One of the best train journeys we have ever done. Ticketing worked really smoothly.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1015 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jun 6, 2025
AA
What a beautiful experience from Colombo s airport to Kandy. Many thanks to Chanaka, the driver who supported me for all the road :-) He is a professional driver and makes good ambience :-)
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, May 10, 2025
EJ
The landscape was very beautiful
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1005 Third Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Apr 2, 2025
F
Nice friendly quiet good Driver. Good car. We arrived Safe and relaxed. Thank you
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Feb 23, 2025
S
Sandjaya was very friendly and showed us sights along the way. A very good and safe driver.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Feb 18, 2025
VH
The toilett esa not very nice and there was no toilett paper, otherwise all was ok
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1005 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Dec 18, 2024
SE
Lovely journey! Aircon got a little cool so warmed up at open doors between carriages. Scenery once leaving Colombo was spectacular through jungle and villages. Always something to look at. Seats comfortable.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1023 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Aug 5, 2024
OF
It was smooth journey
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1029 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jul 17, 2024
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.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #11041 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Feb 25, 2024
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Transportation from Colombo Fort to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Colombo Fort to Kandy

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 35m
Earliest Departure5:00 오전
Latest Departure5:10 오후
Departures per day16
Distance80 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Tuktukdude Leisure

How to get from Colombo Fort to Kandy

When you want to get from Colombo Fort to Kandy, 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 Van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 24.10. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.81.

How far is Colombo Fort from Kandy?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo Fort to Kandy. Your trip will be a total of 50 miles (80 km). The flying distance is 50 miles (80 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo Fort to Kandy can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Colombo Fort to Kandy varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 4.81 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 24.10.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.81 to USD 24.10;
  • Van price : USD 94.81;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 74.96 to USD 119.91.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 16 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Colombo to Kandy. 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 74.96.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Colombo to Kandy. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Colombo to Kandy.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Colombo Fort to Kandy

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Colombo Fort to Kandy? 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:

  • 98% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other