Sigiriya to Kandy

Sigiriya to Kandy

Sigiriya
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Sigiriya to Kandy Destination Reviews

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Claudia S
The Driver, Rusad, was very friendly. He arrived on time, drove well and carefully. He was very kind and helpful. I can reccommend him!
Sigiriya to Kandy, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Mar 10, 2026
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Nuria F
The driver was very polite, friendly and punctual. Nothing bad to say, everything was great!
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Mar 1, 2026
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Stephen
Set off 30mins late. Took 3hrs but there was a huge traffic jam in Matala; looked like it was a normal occurrence. Other than that, great.
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 27, 2026
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Robin B
There was no A/C, seats were falling apart with large amounts of foam exposed & it took 2 hour longer than advertised.
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 26, 2026
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Gloria S
Driver wanted to be payed EXTRA to drop us off at our hotel and then was very rude.
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 23, 2026
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Kim M
Asked for dropping point but different dropping point
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 21, 2026
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Pierre
The clunch of the car broke and we had to finish the trip in another taxi but our driver took care of everyting
Sigiriya to Kandy, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 21, 2026
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Katrine P
We had an one and a hour
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 20, 2026
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Jitske S
We left hours later. At 12 go asia I had to write a drop off point b
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Feb 10, 2026
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Sarah L
Thé driver played really loud music, however he did turn it off when we asked. He dumped us in Kandy in a dangerous location. He was unfriendly.
Sigiriya to Kandy, Van Minivan, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Jan 25, 2026
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Sigiriya to Kandy Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 15m
$37.40
  4.3
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 16m
$53.75
  5.0
Taxi
Lakpura
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 10m
$58.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+1h 15m
$55.00
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 16m
$58.37
  5.0
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 16m
$70.64
  5.0
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 8pax
Any time
+2h 16m
$86.00
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+2h 8m
$58.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 12pax
Any time
+1h 15m
$66.00
Taxi
Guide Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h
$53.07
Taxi
Magical Sri Lanka
Standard 2pax
Any time
+2h 30m
$36.00
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+1h 24m
$68.57
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+1h 24m
$68.46
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1h 24m
$94.29
Taxi
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan 5pax
Any time
+2h 30m
$64.00
Van
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan
17:00
19:30
$15.60
  4.7
Van
Magical Sri Lanka
Scenic Minivan
17:00
19:30
$15.00

How to get from Sigiriya to Kandy

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

  • 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 103.84. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 21.20.

How far is Sigiriya from Kandy?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sigiriya to Kandy. Your trip will be a total of 40 miles (63 km). The flying distance is 40 miles (63 km).

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

The travel time from Sigiriya to Kandy can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 3 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Sigiriya to Kandy varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Magical Sri Lanka: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 21.20 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 103.84.

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

  • Van price : USD 21.20 - USD 27.29;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 39.00 to USD 103.84.

How many trips per day are there between Sigiriya and Kandy?

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

  • Vans from Sigiriya to Kandy depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sigiriya to Kandy 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 Kandy. 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 39.00.

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 Sigiriya to Kandy. 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 Kandy.

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 Kandy

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

  • 76% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 24% opted for a van.

Transportation from Sigiriya to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Sigiriya to Kandy

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure4:00 PM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day13
Distance63 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Nimble Taxi Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tuktukdude Leisure