Colombo Fort to Kandy

Colombo Fort to Kandy

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Colombo Fort to Kandy Destination Reviews

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Steven H
We booked through 12go Asia as we have had good experiences when booking rail tickets. Despite the terrible typhoon and the destruction of the railway lines in Sri Lanka they provided refunds and excellent service. The price offered was better than any taxi company in Colombo and the driver turned up on time in a spotlessly clean car. Really delighted with the service and will now be using them for other transfers around Sri Lanka
Colombo Fort to Kandy, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 10, 2026
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Maiko K
I received a phone call asking me to come to the meeting point 30 minutes earlier, at 1:30. However, we didn’t actually depart until after 2:00. As a result, I had to wait for more than 30 minutes inside a car with the engine revving. I get motion sickness, so this was extremely uncomfortable for me. Also, the vehicle was not a van like the one shown on the 12Go website, but a regular passenger car. There are around 100 ordinary cars parked in front of the World Trade Center, and I had to walk around searching for it for over 10 minutes. There should be a visible logo, or the driver should stand outside holding a sign or a flag.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jan 24, 2026
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Debbie W
Driver was safe and did his best given the traffic conditions. Sadly we weren't able to do any of the site seeing stops to time stuck in traffic but he ensured we all got dropped off to our relevant hotels on arrival.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jan 8, 2026
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Lucy B
Taxi did not arrive. Spent a long time trying to get hold of the company. They sent a replacement car, which arrived about 1.5 hours after the booking time.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Jan 5, 2026
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Oxana Z
No information on time, waiting on the street without any information past booked time was not nice. Driver took us to Spice garden without our consent - we have to strongly insist that we need to get to Kandy, not waste our time. Driver tried very hard to take us to our hotel, though it was late and dark.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jan 4, 2026
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Thamba P
Wrong ticket given. Train ticket was for train that did not stop at station I searched for.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1029 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Nov 20, 2025
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Claudia
Chanaka was a verry friendly and attentive driver. Thank you verry mutch
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Nov 4, 2025
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Mohadese
There was no food & no snak
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1019 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 29, 2025
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Suliman
It's was a great pleasure to have this trip
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1015 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 27, 2025
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Burhanuddin B
it was a great experience to take the train from Colombo to Kandy for the first time. The booking process via 12Go was super easy.
Colombo Fort to Kandy, Train #1019 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Sep 29, 2025
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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 8.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.67.

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 4.67 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 8.40.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.67 to USD 8.40;
  • Van price : USD 92.10;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 72.81 to USD 116.48.

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 13 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 72.81.

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

Transportation from Colombo Fort to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Colombo Fort to Kandy

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 35m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure5:35 PM
Departures per day13
Distance80 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Tuktukdude Leisure