Driving from Kandy to Colombo
Colombo lies 95 km (59 mi) south-west of Kandy, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 27 min without stops, over roughly 116 km (72 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kandy | Colombo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 111,701 | 648,034 |
| Elevation | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
Where to book car hire from Kandy to Colombo
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Staying in Colombo
Our booking partner lists 553 places to stay in Colombo. Of the 345 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (153), and 28 are five-star. Across 168 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 122,384 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Colombo from Kandy?
95 km (59 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kandy; by road roughly 116 km (72 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kandy to Colombo by car?
About 1 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kandy and Colombo?
No, both are on Asia/Colombo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Colombo?
Our booking partner lists 553 places to stay in Colombo, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.