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

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Kandy is to bus via Veyangoda which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2600 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Kandy is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Kandy via Ambepussa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Kandy via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Kandy?

The distance between Sigiriya and Kandy is 163 km. The road distance is 88 km.

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

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Kandy without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Sigiriya to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Kandy bus from?

Sigiriya to Kandy bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Dambulla station.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Sigiriya to Kandy?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Kandy is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 7500 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Kandy bus arrive?

Sigiriya to Kandy bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ambepussa station.

Where does the Sigiriya to Kandy train arrive?

Sigiriya to Kandy train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Kandy is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Sigiriya to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Ambepussabus Trincomalee-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Kandybus 17
3h 50m
Rs 3,482–3,978
Bus via Veyangoda
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Habarana to Nittambuwabus
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
5h 35m
Rs 2,014–2,556
Train
1. Take the train from Habarana to Polgahawelatrain Batticaloa / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain Colombo
5h 24m
Rs 3,427–7,113
Drive 88 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Kandycar 88 km
1h 33m
Rs 3,960–5,720
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Kandytaxi 88 km
1h 33m
Rs 6,000–7,500

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Distance: 163.5 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a vehicle from Sigiriya to Kandy via Dambulla and Ambepussa in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sigiriya to Kandy via Habarana and Polgahawela in around 5h 24m.

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