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

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Kadawatha is to bus via Dambulla which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2400 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Kadawatha is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Kadawatha?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Kadawatha. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Kadawatha via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Kadawatha?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Kadawatha. However, there are services departing from Palugaswewa and arriving at Ragama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Kadawatha?

The distance between Sigiriya and Kadawatha is 151 km. The road distance is 150.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Kadawatha without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Sigiriya to Kadawatha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Kadawatha bus from?

Sigiriya to Kadawatha bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Dambulla station.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Kadawatha train from?

Sigiriya to Kadawatha train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Palugaswewa station.

Train or bus from Sigiriya to Kadawatha?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Kadawatha is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3800 - Rs. 6500 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Kadawatha bus arrive?

Sigiriya to Kadawatha bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Where does the Sigiriya to Kadawatha train arrive?

Sigiriya to Kadawatha train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Kadawatha?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Kadawatha is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Sigiriya to Kadawatha.

Where can I stay near Kadawatha?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Kadawatha.

Sigiriya to Kadawatha - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sigiriya to Kadawatha by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2h 53m
Rs 3,372–3,848
Bus via Dambulla
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2h 59m
Rs 1,811–2,335
Train
1. Take the train from Palugaswewa to Ragamatrain Batticaloa / ...
5h 26m
Rs 3,835–6,160
Drive 150.2 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Kadawathacar 150.2 km
2h 19m
Rs 6,789–9,806
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Kadawathataxi 150.2 km
2h 19m
Rs 41,000–49,000

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Distance: 150.7 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Dambulla to Kadawatha once daily, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Palugaswewa to Ragama twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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