Sigiriya to Sri Lanka

Sigiriya to Sri Lanka

Sigiriya
Sri Lanka
Thu, Jul 11
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Sigiriya to Sri Lanka Schedule

Sigiriya to Sri Lanka Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Ceylon Roots Van 6pax Any timeLKR 72,179
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Reserved Seat 03:22 - 05:30LKR 3,545
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 04:47 - 05:13LKR 1,865
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 09:31 - 10:25LKR 1,550
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 11:47 - 13:55LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 13:41 - 14:29LKR 1,550
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 14:29 - 18:03LKR 1,760
Magical Sri Lanka Minivan 16:00 - 18:30LKR 4,307
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 18:16 - 20:26LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class Reserved Seats 20:50 - 01:09LKR 2,390
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Sleeperetts 23:12 - 02:49LKR 1,970

Transportation from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka

Facts about the transport from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport22m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:12 PM
Departures per day156
Distance19 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka

When you want to get from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus+taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 334.94. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 5.10.

How far is Sigiriya from Sri Lanka?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka. Your trip will be a total of 12 miles (19 km). The flying distance is 12 miles (19 km).

How long does it take to get from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka?

The travel time from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 20 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka?

The cost of the trip from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 5.10 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus+taxi - a one-way Bus+taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 334.94.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka:

  • Van price : USD 4.72 - USD 14.17;
  • Train tickets - USD 5.10 to USD 11.66;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 267.56 - USD 334.94. From Sigiriya to Sri Lanka starting from 00:00 Habarana until 00:00 Habarana

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 36.57 to USD 317.61.

How many trips per day are there between Sigiriya and Sri Lanka?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 82 trains per day.
  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka starting from 00:00 Habarana until 00:00 Habarana
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 36.57.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sigiriya to Sri Lanka? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 95% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 3% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.