Colombo to Kandy by train
Kandy lies 95 km (59 mi) north-east of Colombo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 22 min at the speeds typical of Sri Lanka rail, over roughly 116 km (72 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Colombo | Kandy | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 648,034 | 111,701 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 500 m (1,640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
| Stations on record | Maradana Railway Station, Colombo Terminus Station, Dematagoda Railway Station | Kandy railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Kandy from Colombo?
95 km (59 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Colombo; by road roughly 116 km (72 mi).
How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kandy by train?
About 1 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Colombo and Kandy?
No, both are on Asia/Colombo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.