Hiriketiya to Kandy Private Taxi Service – Distance, Travel Time & Fare Guide
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Booking your taxi from Hiriketiya to Kandy Private Taxi Service – Distance, Travel Time & Fare Guide is simple and secure:
- Fill the Form: Use the online booking form on this page to enter your trip details (pickup date, time, location, number of passengers).
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Hiriketiya to Kandy : Distance & Travel Time
- This is a major cross-country journey from the southern coast to the cultural heart of the hill country. There are two primary route options, both involving a mix of expressway and scenic A-roads.
- Route 1 (Via Expressway & Colombo Bypass – Recommended):
- Hiriketiya -> Matara -> Southern Expressway (E01) -> Outer Circular Expressway (E03) -> Colombo-Kandy Road (A1).
- Advantage: This is often the fastest and most reliable route as it minimizes time spent on congested local roads.
- Route 2 (Via Ratnapura – Scenic):Hiriketiya -> Matara -> Galle -> Ratnapura -> Kandy.
- Advantage: A very scenic route that winds through the hills, passing gem mines and tea plantations. However, it is often slower and more demanding on the driver due to constant winding roads.
2. Travel Time
The travel time is highly variable and is one of the longest domestic journeys in Sri Lanka.
- With Expressway (Optimal Conditions): The journey can take 4.5 – 5.5 hours.
- Standard Conditions: Expect 5.5 – 6.5 hours. This accounts for regular traffic, especially on the final stretch of the A1 road into Kandy.
- With Heavy Traffic / Inclement Weather: The journey can easily take 7 hours or more. Traffic around Colombo and on the approach to Kandy can be a significant bottleneck.
Hiriketiya to Weligama Taxi Price(2025 Updated)
The cost for a standard, air-conditioned car for this route is highly competitive. We offer transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden charges.
| Vehicle Type | Capacity | Approximate Price (LKR) | Best For |
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| Standard Car | 3 Passengers + Luggage | 29870.00 lkr | Couples, solo travelers, small families. |
| Mini Van | 4-7 Passengers + Luggage | 35980.00 lkr | Families or small groups |
| Large Van | 8- 11 Passengers + Luggage | Ask For price.. | Families or groups |
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