What is the cheapest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya?

The cheapest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya is to bus which costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2800 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya?

The fastest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 65000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara Bus Station and Sigiriya?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Dambulla via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya?

The distance between Matara Bus Station and Sigiriya is 310 km. The road distance is 301.8 km.

How do I travel from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya without a car?

The best way to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya without a car is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 5h 18m and costs Rs. 3800 - Rs. 4400.

How long does it take to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya bus from?

Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara station.

Bus or fly from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya?

The best way to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 5h 18m and costs Rs. 3800 - Rs. 4400. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 15000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 24h 45m.

Where does the Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya bus arrive?

Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya is 302 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya.

Where can I stay near Sigiriya?

There are 1020+ hotels available in Sigiriya.

Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya - 6 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya by taxi, plane, bus, or car

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Taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Matara Bus Station to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2h 40m
Rs 65,965–189,059
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matara to Dambullabus
6h 26m
Rs 1,918–2,782
Bus via Kaduwela
1. Take the bus from Matara to Kadawathabus Ex 1-22
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Dambullabus
5h 18m
Rs 3,876–4,373
Drive 301.8 km
1. Drive from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriyacar 301.8 km
4h 4m
Rs 13,276–19,177
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriyataxi 301.8 km
4h 4m
Rs 16,000–20,000
Fly from Koggala
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane KCT - GIU
24h 45m
Rs 15,520–103,249

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

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Matara Bus Station to Sigiriya.

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Distance: 310.3 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Matara Bus Station, Sri Lanka and Sigiriya, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Matara to Sigiriya via Kadawatha and Dambulla in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) once daily.

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