Dambulla to Kalkudah

Dambulla to Kalkudah

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Dambulla to Kalkudah Schedule

Dambulla to Kalkudah Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Ceylon Roots Comfort 2pax Any timeLKR 42,323
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 18:16 - 20:48LKR 1,655

Transportation from Dambulla to Kalkudah

Facts about the transport from Dambulla to Kalkudah

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport2h 17m
Earliest Departure6:16 PM
Latest Departure6:16 PM
Departures per day5
Distance136 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway

How to get from Dambulla to Kalkudah

Travelling between Dambulla and Kalkudah is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 165.44 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 5.58.

How long does it take to get from Dambulla to Kalkudah?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 3 hours to travel between Dambulla and Kalkudah depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Dambulla and Kalkudah. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 17m. Train does a much slower job and take about 2h 32m to reach Kalkudah.

How much does it cost to get from Dambulla to Kalkudah?

Travelling between Dambulla and Kalkudah can be as cheap as USD 5.58 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 165.44 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Dambulla and Kalkudah ?

  • 3 from Dambulla to Kalkudah starting from 18:16 Kekirawa until 18:16 Kekirawa
  • 2 from Dambulla to Kalkudah starting from 00:00 Dambulla until 00:00 Dambulla

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Dambulla to Kalkudah.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Dambulla and Kalkudah

Ceylon Roots

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Dambulla to Kalkudah?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train