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

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Maharagama is to Mini Bus which costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 4900 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Maharagama is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Maharagama?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Maharagama. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Maharagama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Maharagama?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Maharagama. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Maradana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Maharagama?

The distance between Sigiriya and Maharagama is 179 km. The road distance is 173.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Maharagama without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 45m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 4900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Sigiriya to Maharagama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Maharagama bus from?

Sigiriya to Maharagama bus services, operated by Magical Srilanka, depart from Dambulla station.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Maharagama train from?

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

Train or bus from Sigiriya to Maharagama?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Maharagama is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 45m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 4900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 9000 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Maharagama bus arrive?

Sigiriya to Maharagama bus services, operated by Magical Srilanka, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Sigiriya to Maharagama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Maharagama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Maharagama is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Sigiriya to Maharagama.

Where can I stay near Maharagama?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Maharagama.

Sigiriya to Maharagama - 6 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, car, and taxi

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

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Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kandybus
3h 45m
Rs 3,996–4,818
Bus via Dambulla
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
5h 6m
Rs 3,672–6,348
Train
1. Take the train from Habarana to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
4h 31m
Rs 5,927–8,613
Drive 173.3 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Maharagamacar 173.3 km
2h 42m
Rs 7,874–11,373
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Maharagamataxi 173.3 km
2h 42m
Rs 47,000–60,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Habarana to Colombobus
5h 14m
Rs 3,994–4,756

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Distance: 179.3 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Magical Srilanka operates a bus from Dambulla to Kandy once daily. Tickets cost Rs 6,387 and the journey takes 2h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Habarana to Maradana twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 53m.

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