What is the cheapest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple?

The cheapest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple is to bus which costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple?

The fastest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 50000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Hikkaduwa and Dambulla cave temple?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hikkaduwa and arriving at Dambulla. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple?

The distance between Hikkaduwa and Dambulla cave temple is 279 km. The road distance is 240.7 km.

How do I travel from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple without a car?

The best way to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400.

How long does it take to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple bus from?

Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Hikkaduwa station.

Bus or fly from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple?

The best way to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 14000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 23h 52m.

Where does the Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple bus arrive?

Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Dambulla station.

Can I drive from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple.

Where can I stay near Dambulla cave temple?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Dambulla cave temple.

Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave temple by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

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Taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Hikkaduwa to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2h 35m
Rs 52,382–165,479
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hikkaduwa to Dambullabus
5h 32m
Rs 950–1,400
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hikkaduwa to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Dambullabus
6h 16m
Drive 240.7 km
1. Drive from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave templecar 240.7 km
3h 25m
Rs 10,855–15,680
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla cave templetaxi 240.7 km
3h 25m
Rs 26,000–32,000
Fly from Koggala
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane KCT - GIU
23h 52m
Rs 14,195–99,156

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,921Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka and Dambulla cave temple, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Hikkaduwa to Dambulla once daily. Tickets cost Rs 950–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 57m. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) once daily.

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