Negombo to Anuradhapura

Negombo to Anuradhapura

Negombo
Anuradhapura
Jul 25, 2027
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Negombo to Anuradhapura Destination Reviews

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Marcus
Great service and driver with very interesting information about Sri Lanka. I can highly recommend it.
Negombo to Anuradhapura, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Dec 11, 2025
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Hiroko T
I was not happy with the price increase which I got notified of after making payment. This shouldn’t happen at all… but I eventually accepted it and paid extra. The service was excellent though, he even got me a cup of coffee and a small pack of nuts on the way.
Negombo to Anuradhapura, taxi Comfort 2pax, Tours with Stef Lanka (Stef Lanka Tours), Jun 25, 2023
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Negombo to Anuradhapura Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 15m
$60.52
  5.0
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+2h 15m
$89.00
  5.0

How to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura

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

  • Bus
  • 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 Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 236.49. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 63.15.

How far is Negombo from Anuradhapura?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Negombo to Anuradhapura. Your trip will be a total of 107 miles (171 km). The flying distance is 87 miles (139 km).

How long does it take to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura?

The travel time from Negombo to Anuradhapura can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura?

The cost of the trip from Negombo to Anuradhapura varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Real Lanka Holidays: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 63.15 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 236.49.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Negombo to Anuradhapura:

  • Van price : USD 81.27;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 162.60 - USD 203.23. From Negombo to Anuradhapura starting from 00:00 Negombo until 00:00 Negombo

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 63.15 to USD 236.49.

How many trips per day are there between Negombo and Anuradhapura?

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Negombo to Anuradhapura 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 Negombo to Anuradhapura. 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 63.15.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Negombo to Anuradhapura. 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 Negombo to Anuradhapura.

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 Negombo to Anuradhapura

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Negombo to Anuradhapura? 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:

  • 53% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 47% opted for a van.

Transportation from Negombo to Anuradhapura

Facts about the transport from Negombo to Anuradhapura

Cheapest Transport$64
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure12:00 AM
Departures per day13
Distance171 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka