Kandy to Colombo

Kandy to Colombo

Kandy
Colombo
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Kandy to Colombo Destination Reviews

LK
The train was running 2 hrs behind, the only help was the RDMNS.LK app. So I at least knew it was running behind before going to the station. The instructions on the pdf were that we needed to collect the ticket from the station but the m-ticket with the qr code is all we needed and we had already printed this out beforehand. No need to be super early, 15-20 mins is plenty if you already have your ticket. Colombo fort station has a handy tourist office to help foreigners navigate the system. The train was decent, a bit bumpy and not the cleanest but decent for the price. Inspectors do their checks which is good and helpful.
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1006 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Sep 11, 2025
JI
The driver and car were fine. But due to the friday trafic, we arrived 1h latter. It should be adviced by the company
Kandy to Colombo, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Aug 23, 2025
ND
The driver was so kind, we would explain us how to get to the right places and even stop in another place just to make sure we get the right bus.
Kandy to Colombo, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Aug 11, 2025
P
Very good
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1030 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jul 30, 2025
NE
A beautiful train ride, with magnificent views. 1st klass was air-conditioned and comfortable.
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1016 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jul 25, 2025
VB
The driver showed up on time, we got to the airport 15 mins late but it was still enough time.
Kandy to Colombo, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jul 5, 2025
GS
Big delay. Poor information.
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1016 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jul 1, 2025
LL
I didn’t get windows view if you can arrange why not given site for view
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1030 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jun 18, 2025
BS
honestly for a student it’s quite a pricey train ride, but with aircon and relative silence it was pretty nice. the observation class seems to be equivalent to first class. ample leg room and tray tables equipped. local vendors embark before departure selling snacks and drinks, or are present at the platform. wide side windows for viewing, curtains to draw if too sunny and a large main window at the end. we all rode backwards so there was no cart after us hence providing more views.
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1010 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railway, Jun 5, 2025
MV
dont need to get paper ticker, electronic is ok
Kandy to Colombo, Train #1024 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, May 5, 2025
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Kandy to Colombo Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 40m
€45.42
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
04:30
07:12
€2.99
  4.9
Van
Tuktukdude Leisure
Shuttle + Safari Drive
05:00
17:00
€68.94
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
05:45
08:24
€4.48
  4.7
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
06:15
08:50
€4.48
  4.7
Van
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
08:30
11:10
€11.20
  4.4
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
10:00
14:00
€10.34
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
10:40
14:05
€5.98
  4.7
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
11:50
15:50
€10.34
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
13:00
15:47
€5.98
  4.7
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
14:00
18:00
€10.34
Train
Ella Odyssey
First Class
14:30
17:25
€25.85
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:00
18:20
€8.97
  4.8
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:25
18:41
€4.48
  4.7
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
First Class
15:45
18:27
€19.10
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
16:20
18:57
€5.98
  4.7
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
23:30
02:23
€4.48
  4.8

Transportation from Kandy to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Colombo

Cheapest Transport€5
Fastest Transport1h 47m
Earliest Departure6:15 ص
Latest Departure10:00 ص
Departures per day1
Distance90 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Nimble Taxi Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar, Tuktukdude Leisure

How to get from Kandy to Colombo

When you want to get from Kandy to Colombo, 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 Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 28.43. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as EUR 28.43.

How far is Kandy from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kandy to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 56 miles (90 km). The flying distance is 56 miles (90 km).

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

The travel time from Kandy to Colombo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kandy to Colombo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Tuktukdude Leisure: travelling by van expect to pay as low as EUR 28.43 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as EUR 28.43.

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

  • Train tickets - EUR 4.41 to EUR 5.91;
  • Van price : EUR 28.43;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 50.75 to EUR 106.52.

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

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

  • Vans from Kandy to Colombo depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Kandy to Colombo. 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 50.75.

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 Colombo. 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 Colombo.

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 Colombo

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

  • 86% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 12% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 2% opted for a van.