What is the best way to travel from Kandy to Badulla?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Badulla from Kandy. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Badulla from Kandy?
You can get to Badulla with just $5 by taking a Train from Sri Lanka Railway, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Sri Lanka Railway6h 48m011:03 AMKandyTrain Station5:51 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Train Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) at 6/14/2025 11:03:00 AM to Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) arriving at 6/14/2025 5:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 40m08:13 AMKandyTrain Station3:53 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Train Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) at 6/14/2025 8:13:00 AM to Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) arriving at 6/14/2025 3:53:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
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What are the fastest trips from Kandy to Badulla?
You can get to Badulla from Kandy in just 6h 48m with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Sri Lanka Railway6h 48m011:03 AMKandyTrain Station5:51 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Train Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) at 6/14/2025 11:03:00 AM to Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) arriving at 6/14/2025 5:51:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 48m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 40m08:13 AMKandyTrain Station3:53 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Train Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) at 6/14/2025 8:13:00 AM to Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) arriving at 6/14/2025 3:53:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 40m
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Bus from Kandy to Badulla
What are the most popular stations in Kandy and Badulla?
In Kandy, you will usually depart from Lake Round Bus Stop, Nishantha Wood Carvings or Any Hotel, while in Badulla you will be arriving at Badulla Train Station or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Badulla from Kandy? With 4 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Kandy and Badulla, you can pay as low as $5 with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Sri Lanka Railway: you will get to Badulla in just 6h 48m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Kandy and Badulla are Sri Lanka Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Kandy and Badulla is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Peradeniya or to Hali-ela, and look at flights from , and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Kandy to Badulla?
The most popular companies between Kandy and Badulla, are Sri Lanka Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Kandy to Badulla
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Kandy to Badulla. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Kandy to Badulla
How can I reach Badulla from Kandy?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Badulla from Kandy.
How far is Badulla from Kandy?
The distance between Kandy and Badulla is 35.7 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Kandy and Badulla?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 14 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Kandy to Badulla?
You can get to Badulla with just $5 by taking a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.
What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Badulla?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Badulla in just 6h 48m with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.
More routes to Kandy and to Badulla
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Kandy and to Badulla. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
