Kotte to Kandy

Kotte to Kandy

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Kandy
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Kotte to Kandy, Bus Air-conditioned Large Coach, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Jan 24, 2026
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How to get from Kotte to Kandy

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 164.54. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 28.59.

How far is Kotte from Kandy?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kotte to Kandy. Your trip will be a total of 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

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

The travel time from Kotte to Kandy can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kotte to Kandy varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is SL Highway Bus Service and Shuttle Transfer (Stef Lanka Shuttle): travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 28.59 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 164.54.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.28 to USD 7.71;
  • Van price : USD 28.59 - USD 93.51;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 42.89. From Kotte to Kandy starting from 09:00 Colombo until 09:00 Colombo
  • Plane tickets - USD 164.54 to USD 164.54;

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

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

  • Vans from Kotte to Kandy depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • Flights from Kotte to Kandy depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Kotte to Kandy starting from 09:00 Colombo until 09:00 Colombo

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Kotte to Kandy. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 164.54.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Kotte to Kandy

Cinnamon Air

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 Kotte 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 Kotte 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 Kotte to Kandy

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

  • 97% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Kotte to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Kotte to Kandy

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure5:00 凌晨
Latest Departure5:10 下午
Departures per day5
Distance600 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCinnamon Air, SL Highway Bus Service and Shuttle Transfer, Sri Lanka Railway, Tuktukdude Leisure