Day trip from Kandy to Kalmunai
Kalmunai lies 133 km (83 mi) east of Kandy, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 133 km (83 mi) apart, Kalmunai is a realistic day trip from Kandy: about 2 h 10 min each way by road.
| Kandy | Kalmunai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 111,701 | 100,171 |
| Elevation | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
| Postal codes | 20000 | 32300 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kalmunai
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Staying in Kalmunai
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Common questions
How far is Kalmunai from Kandy?
133 km (83 mi) in a straight line, east of Kandy; by road roughly 162 km (101 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kandy to Kalmunai by road?
About 2 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kandy and Kalmunai?
No, both are on Asia/Colombo at the moment.
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.