What is the cheapest way to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya?

The cheapest way to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 12h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya?

The fastest way to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 11h 18m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3300.

Is there a direct bus between Yala National Park and Sigiriya?

No, there is no direct bus from Yala National Park to Sigiriya. However, there are services departing from Kataragama and arriving at Dambulla via Kandy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from Yala National Park to Sigiriya?

The distance between Yala National Park and Sigiriya is 402 km.

How do I travel from Yala National Park to Sigiriya without a car?

The best way to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya without a car is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 11h 18m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3300.

How long does it take to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya?

It takes approximately 11h 18m to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yala National Park to Sigiriya bus from?

Yala National Park to Sigiriya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kataragama station.

Bus or fly from Yala National Park to Sigiriya?

The best way to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 11h 18m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3300. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 14000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 24h 9m.

Where does the Yala National Park to Sigiriya bus arrive?

Yala National Park to Sigiriya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where can I stay near Sigiriya?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Sigiriya.

Yala National Park to Sigiriya - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and Mini Bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya by bus, plane, or train

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Bus, Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kataragama to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 32
2. Take the bus from Kandy to Dambullabus
11h 18m
Rs 2,540–3,260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kataragama to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 32
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambullabus Colombo / ...
12h 38m
Rs 2,260–2,630
Fly
1. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane WRZ - GIU
24h 9m
Rs 14,421–97,738
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kataragama to Gampolabus
2. Take the train from Gampola to Polgahawelatrain
3. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Habaranabus
14h 37m
Rs 3,843–6,448

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

7Weekly Planes

22h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 13,431Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Yala National Park to Sigiriya.

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Distance: 401.6 km
Duration: 11h 18m

What companies run services between Yala National Park, Southern, Sri Lanka and Sigiriya, Sri Lanka?

You can take a vehicle from Kataragama to Sigiriya via Kataragama, Kandy, and Dambulla in around 11h 18m. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) once daily.

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