Sigiriya to Dambulla

Sigiriya to Dambulla

Sigiriya
Dambulla
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Sigiriya to Dambulla Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+24m
€16.36
Van
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
16:30
17:00
€4.50

Transportation from Sigiriya to Dambulla

Facts about the transport from Sigiriya to Dambulla

Cheapest Transport€5
Fastest Transport24m
Earliest Departure4:37 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day1
Distance20 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Railway

How to get from Sigiriya to Dambulla

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

  • 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 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 EUR 20.09. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as EUR 20.09.

How far is Sigiriya from Dambulla?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sigiriya to Dambulla. Your trip will be a total of 13 miles (20 km). The flying distance is 13 miles (20 km).

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

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

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

The cost of the trip from Sigiriya to Dambulla varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lakpura: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as EUR 20.09 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 EUR 20.09.

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

  • Train tickets - EUR 4.50 to EUR 7.85;
  • Van price : EUR 5.80;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 20.09 to EUR 20.09.

How many trips per day are there between Sigiriya 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 Sigiriya 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 Sigiriya 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 EUR 20.09.

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 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 Sigiriya 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 Sigiriya to Dambulla

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sigiriya 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:

  • 99% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other