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

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Kegalle is to bus which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3300 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Kegalle is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs Rs. 4600 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Kegalle?

The distance between Sigiriya and Kegalle is 105 km. The road distance is 102.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Kegalle without a car is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Sigiriya to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Kegalle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Kegalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Sigiriya to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Kegalle is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Kegalle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sigiriya to Kegalle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Kegalle is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Sigiriya to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 118+ hotels available in Kegalle.

Sigiriya to Kegalle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Sigiriya to Kegalle by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus
2h 4m
Rs 2,511–3,185
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Habarana to Polgahawelabus
2h 34m
Rs 2,494–3,206
Train
1. Take the train from Habarana to Polgahawelatrain Batticaloa / ...
3h 18m
Rs 2,927–5,113
Drive 102.5 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Kegallecar 102.5 km
1h 43m
Rs 4,629–6,687
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Kegalletaxi 102.5 km
1h 43m
Rs 5,500–7,000
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus Trincomalee-Colombo
2h 14m
Rs 4,022–4,698

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Distance: 105.3 km
Duration: 2h 4m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Dambulla to Polgahawela once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Habarana to Polgahawela 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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