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

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Polgahawela is to bus which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2300 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Polgahawela is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Polgahawela?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Polgahawela. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Polgahawela?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Polgahawela. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Polgahawela?

The distance between Sigiriya and Polgahawela is 93 km. The road distance is 90.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Polgahawela without a car is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Sigiriya to Polgahawela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Polgahawela bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Polgahawela train from?

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

Train or bus from Sigiriya to Polgahawela?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Polgahawela is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 4300 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Polgahawela bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sigiriya to Polgahawela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Polgahawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Polgahawela is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Sigiriya to Polgahawela.

Where can I stay near Polgahawela?

There are 142+ hotels available in Polgahawela.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus
1h 51m
Rs 1,761–2,235
Train
1. Take the train from Habarana to Polgahawelatrain Batticaloa / ...
3h 5m
Rs 2,227–4,213
Drive 90.5 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Polgahawelacar 90.5 km
1h 29m
Rs 4,062–5,867
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Polgahawelataxi 90.5 km
1h 29m
Rs 5,000–6,000
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus Trincomalee-Colombo
2h 1m
Rs 3,272–3,748

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Distance: 93.2 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Sigiriya, Sri Lanka and Polgahawela, 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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