Trincomalee to Sigiriya

Trincomalee to Sigiriya

Trincomalee
Sigiriya
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Trincomalee to Sigiriya Destination Reviews

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Ekaterina S
We spent almost a month in Sri Lanka and used this taxi service five times for different routes: Trinco to Sigiriya, Sigiriya to Kandy, Ella to Yala, Yala to Weligama, and Weligama to Colombo. There were no delays—the car always arrived earlier than the requested departure time. All our rides were safe and comfortable. We were very satisfied with the service and highly recommend it.
Trincomalee to Sigiriya, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Aug 19, 2025
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Trincomalee to Sigiriya Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 20m
$40.12
  5.0
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+2h 21m
$67.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+1h 20m
$59.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 12pax
Any time
+1h 20m
$70.80
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+1h 34m
$68.57
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+1h 34m
$68.46
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1h 34m
$94.29
Flight
Cinnamon Air
Economy
11:15
11:00
$312.06
Flight
Cinnamon Air
Economy
12:00
11:00
$334.18

How to get from Trincomalee to Sigiriya

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

  • Flight
  • Train
  • 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 Flight 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 105.04. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 42.86.

How far is Trincomalee from Sigiriya?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Trincomalee to Sigiriya. Your trip will be a total of 42 miles (67 km). The flying distance is 42 miles (67 km).

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

The travel time from Trincomalee to Sigiriya can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 23 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Trincomalee to Sigiriya 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 42.86 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 105.04.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 7.68 to USD 11.40;
  • flight price: USD 347.14. From Trincomalee to Sigiriya starting from 12:00 Trincomalee Airport until 12:00 Trincomalee Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 42.86 to USD 105.04.

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

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 Trincomalee to Sigiriya 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 Trincomalee to Sigiriya. 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 42.86.

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..

The most popular transport from Trincomalee to Sigiriya

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

  • 72% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 28% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Trincomalee to Sigiriya

Facts about the transport from Trincomalee to Sigiriya

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:00 PM
Latest Departure7:00 PM
Departures per day7
Distance67 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCinnamon Air, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar