Negombo to Dambulla

Negombo to Dambulla

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Dambulla
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Negombo to Dambulla Destination Reviews

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The driver was watching TV whilst driving and on his phone a lot. His driving was a bit reckless compared to other drivers we have had in sri lanka
Negombo to Dambulla, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Jan 14, 2026
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Negombo to Dambulla Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 50m
$55.60
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+3h 5m
$60.20
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+3h 5m
$75.25
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 5m
$67.73
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 8pax
Any time
+3h 5m
$82.78
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+3h 4m
$82.00
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 40m
$173.27
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 40m
$143.26
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+1h 50m
$69.50
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 12pax
Any time
+1h 50m
$83.40
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+2h 7m
$82.14
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+2h 7m
$82.02
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+2h 7m
$112.93
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Economy 3pax
Any time
+3h
$59.85
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 49m
$46.24
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+2h 49m
$68.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 12pax
Any time
+2h 49m
$81.60
Van
Real Lanka Holidays
Minivan
09:30
12:30
$23.75

How to get from Negombo to Dambulla

When you want to get from Negombo to Dambulla, 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 Van 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 189.38. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 58.00.

How far is Negombo from Dambulla?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Negombo to Dambulla. Your trip will be a total of 81 miles (129 km). The flying distance is 71 miles (114 km).

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

The travel time from Negombo to Dambulla can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Negombo to Dambulla 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 58.00 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 189.38.

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

  • Van price : USD 31.05 - USD 31.79;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 138.57 - USD 173.68. From Negombo to Dambulla starting from 00:00 Negombo until 00:00 Negombo

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 58.00 to USD 189.38.

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

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 Dambulla 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 Dambulla. 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 58.00.

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 Dambulla. 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 Dambulla.

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 Dambulla

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

  • 54% opted for a van.
  • 46% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Negombo to Dambulla

Facts about the transport from Negombo to Dambulla

Cheapest Transport$32
Fastest Transport1h 50m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:00 PM
Departures per day13
Distance129 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka