Vans from Colombo to Kandy

Vans from Colombo to Kandy

Colombo
Kandy
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Colombo to Kandy Destination Reviews

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Yusra N
Comfy and best service
Colombo to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jun 11, 2026
GK
Gautam K
Journey was excellent. Very good driver, well in time and good communicative skill.
Colombo to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, May 31, 2026
JG
Julian G
Very good shuttle service. Especially with the driver W Ruwan. Very great guy.
Colombo to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Apr 13, 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 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 to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jan 8, 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 to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Jan 4, 2026
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Claudia
Chanaka was a verry friendly and attentive driver. Thank you verry mutch
Colombo to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Nov 4, 2025
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Gabriele M
Good transfer from Colombo to Kandy. Dushan was professional, friendly, and made the journey very smooth.
Colombo to Kandy, Van Scenic Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Aug 20, 2025
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Adina A
What a beautiful experience from Colombo s airport to Kandy. Many thanks to Chanaka, the driver who supported me for all the road :-) He is a professional driver and makes good ambience :-)
Colombo to Kandy, Van Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, May 10, 2025
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Flora
Nice friendly quiet good Driver. Good car. We arrived Safe and relaxed. Thank you
Colombo to Kandy, Van Minivan, Magical Sri Lanka, Feb 23, 2025
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Colombo to Kandy Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Tuktukdude Leisure
Shuttle + Safari Drive
05:00
17:00
$80.00
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
09:00
12:30
$15.60
  4.5
Magical Sri Lanka
Scenic Minivan
09:00
12:30
$15.00
  2.0
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
10:00
12:40
$13.00
  4.8
Magical Sri Lanka
Scenic Minivan
10:00
12:40
$12.00
  5.0
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
14:00
17:30
$15.60
  4.5
Magical Sri Lanka
Scenic Minivan
14:00
17:30
$15.00
  2.0
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
15:00
17:40
$13.00
  4.8
Magical Sri Lanka
Scenic Minivan
15:00
17:40
$12.00
  5.0

How to get from Colombo to Kandy by van

Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Colombo to Kandy departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.

Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Colombo to Kandy by van: .

How far is Colombo from Kandy?

Colombo sits 118 km from Kandy.

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

Vans cover the distance between Colombo and Kandy in 4h – 4h hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.

The fastest service on this route is provided by Tuktukdude Leisure. Tuktukdude Leisure’s vans travel slower than others.

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

Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.

To hop onto a van between Colombo and Kandy expect to pay from USD 33.34 to USD 33.34. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Tuktukdude Leisure is the cheapest operator on the route while Tuktukdude Leisure is the most expensive one.

Travelling by van essentials

  • Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
  • There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
  • Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
  • There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
  • Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
  • It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
  • Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.

Transportation from Colombo to Kandy

Facts about the van from Colombo to Kandy

Cheapest Van$34
Fastest Van4h
Earliest Van9:00 утра
Latest Van10:00 утра
Daily Van Routes1
Distance118 kilometers
Van CompaniesSL Highway Bus Service and Shuttle Transfer, Tuktukdude Leisure