Kandy to Badulla

Kandy to Badulla

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Badulla
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Kandy to Badulla Destination Reviews

RQ
We had to board the train one stop later than planned to make it easier for the newly imposed passport checks to be carried out. The Sri Lankan Government now requires the passport number on the ticket to match the passport number of the traveller. Two out of three matched on our tickets and we were lucky that we were allowed on the train. We saw larger groups of passengers being refused entry or being removed from the train. The mis-match between tickets and passenger ID is a big deal that the ticket agents need to sort out.
Kandy to Badulla, Train #1005 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Aug 11, 2025
CM
The views were amazing. I loved sharing the experience with such friendly Sri Lankans. Will be forever in my memories.
Kandy to Badulla, Train #1015 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 18, 2022
JN
We bought 2nd class seat tickets from 12go. Everything went well, we got our tickets sent to our hotel. Great service! It is very needed cause you can not buy an eticket online, thus unless you have time to buy a ticket before your trip or you have a friend in Sri Lanka, this is the best way to do it. It is expensive though.
Kandy to Badulla, Train #1005 2nd Class Reserved Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Apr 6, 2022
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Kandy to Badulla Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+2h 44m
$67.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Observation class
03:30
13:29
$10.34
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
08:13
15:53
$27.56
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
08:13
15:53
$20.67
  4.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
First Class
08:25
15:48
$37.78
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
2nd Class Reserved Seat
08:46
16:08
$16.53
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
08:46
16:08
$24.12
  3.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
08:47
16:20
$10.34
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
08:47
16:20
$6.20
  4.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
09:40
16:49
$27.56
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
09:40
16:49
$20.67
  4.0
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
10:00
16:00
$12.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
11:03
17:51
$10.34
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
11:03
17:51
$6.20
  4.0
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
14:00
20:00
$12.00

Transportation from Kandy to Badulla

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Badulla

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport2h 44m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure11:03 AM
Departures per day1
Distance137 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Railway

How to get from Kandy to Badulla

When you want to get from Kandy to Badulla, 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 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 73.61. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 73.61.

How far is Kandy from Badulla?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kandy to Badulla. Your trip will be a total of 86 miles (137 km). The flying distance is 86 miles (137 km).

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

The travel time from Kandy to Badulla can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 8 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kandy to Badulla 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 73.61 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 USD 73.61.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 6.12 to USD 30.32;
  • Van price : USD 32.42;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 73.61 to USD 73.61.

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

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 Badulla 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 Badulla. 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 73.61.

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 Kandy to Badulla. 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 Kandy to Badulla.

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 Kandy to Badulla

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

  • 96% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 3% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other