What is the cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Galle?

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Galle is to bus via Kaduwela which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2900 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Galle?

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Galle is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Galle?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Galle station. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Galle Bus Station via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Galle?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Galle. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Galle via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Galle?

The distance between Sigiriya and Galle is 242 km. The road distance is 268.7 km.

How do I travel from Sigiriya to Galle without a car?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Galle without a car is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 4h 54m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Sigiriya to Galle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Galle bus from?

Sigiriya to Galle bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Dambulla station.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Galle train from?

Sigiriya to Galle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Habarana station.

Train, bus or fly from Sigiriya to Galle?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Galle is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 100000. Alternatively, you can bus via Kaduwela, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2900 and takes 4h 54m, you could also train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Galle bus arrive?

Sigiriya to Galle bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Where does the Sigiriya to Galle train arrive?

Sigiriya to Galle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Galle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Galle is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Sigiriya to Galle.

Where can I stay near Galle?

There are 3723+ hotels available in Galle.

Sigiriya to Galle - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Sigiriya to Galle by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly Sigiriya Airport to Koggala
best
1. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT)plane GIU - KCT
1h 52m
Rs 18,337–97,898
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Gallebus
5h 37m
Rs 1,911–2,635
Bus via Kaduwela
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Galle Bus Stationbus Kadawatha
4h 54m
Rs 2,241–2,815
Train
1. Take the train from Habarana to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
2. Take the train from Maradana to Galletrain Maradana
7h 24m
Rs 2,527–7,313
Drive 268.7 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Gallecar 268.7 km
3h 49m
Rs 12,037–17,387
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Galletaxi 268.7 km
3h 49m
Rs 29,000–35,000
Taxi to Kandy, fly to Koggala
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Kandy (KDW)taxi
2. Fly from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT)plane KDW - KCT
2h 41m
Rs 22,430–103,918
Fly Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)plane GIU - WRZ
2. Take the taxi from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Galletaxi
2h 48m
Rs 25,337–108,398
Taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly to Koggala
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
3h 47m
Rs 60,411–174,076

Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 12,159Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sigiriya to Galle.

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Distance: 241.6 km
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Sigiriya, Sri Lanka and Galle, Sri Lanka?

Cinnamon Air flies from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sigiriya to Galle Bus Station via Dambulla and Kadawatha in around 4h 54m.

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