Dambulla to Kandy

Dambulla to Kandy

Dambulla
Kandy
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Dambulla to Kandy Destination Reviews

JM
Joseph M
The minivan was very old, very cramped a very uncomfortable, plus the driver was 2 hours late.
Dambulla to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Mar 5, 2026
VL
Vadim L
Despite the ticket stating our hotel address (it was asked for when booking) we were taken to the centre of Kandy. After showing the driver the ticket, he demanded an extra 2500rs for a 10 minute journey. For context the journey in the tuk tuk was 300rs. I complained to the company and they didn't respond, until I followed up. To which say said this was normal because they don't want to drop people off an hour away, despite as above the journey only being 10 minutes.
Dambulla to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 26, 2026
SR
Sandrine R
I booked 2 seats in a van for 9 am but the driver arrived at 10h30. It was a car with an other passenger. 12go gave us some information about the delay on the morning. The transfer itself went well.
Dambulla to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 13, 2026
MM
Millie M
It was a smooth journey and a good price. a bit delayed but the communication was excellent in letting us know. would recommend!
Dambulla to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Nov 25, 2025
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Dambulla to Kandy Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 15m
€30.66
Taxi
Magical Sri Lanka
Standard 2pax
Any time
+2h
€29.20
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+1h 52m
€60.47
Taxi
Guide Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h
€37.03
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+1h 45m
€49.81
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 52m
€55.86
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 8pax
Any time
+1h 52m
€64.16
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+1h 52m
€52.63
  5.0
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 30m
€96.01
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 30m
€85.34
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 12pax
Any time
+2h 10m
€54.11
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+2h 15m
€45.09
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+1h 14m
€58.89
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+1h 14m
€58.80
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1h 14m
€80.98
Taxi
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan 5pax
Any time
+2h
€50.67
Van
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
17:30
19:30
€11.16
  5.0
Van
Magical Sri Lanka
Scenic Minivan
17:30
19:30
€10.31

How to get from Dambulla to Kandy

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

  • 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 Taxi 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 EUR 92.01. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as EUR 15.61.

How far is Dambulla from Kandy?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dambulla to Kandy. Your trip will be a total of 39 miles (62 km). The flying distance is 39 miles (62 km).

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

The travel time from Dambulla to Kandy can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 3 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Dambulla to Kandy varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Magical Sri Lanka: travelling by van expect to pay as low as EUR 15.61 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 EUR 92.01.

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

  • Van price : EUR 15.61;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 32.02 to EUR 92.01.

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

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

  • Vans from Dambulla to Kandy depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Dambulla to Kandy 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 Dambulla 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 EUR 32.02.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Dambulla 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 Dambulla 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 Dambulla to Kandy

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dambulla 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:

  • 69% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 31% opted for a van.

Transportation from Dambulla to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Dambulla to Kandy

Cheapest Transport€16
Fastest Transport1h 14m
Earliest Departure5:30 PM
Latest Departure5:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance62 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar