Colombo to Sigiriya by shared van

See Sigiriya Rock and the Dambulla cave temple on a shared trip. Book a seat, meet the group at pick-up, and go.

  • Distanceabout 170 km by road
  • By vanabout 4 hours
  • Best forSigiriya Rock, Pidurangala, Dambulla cave temple
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Plan your Sigiriya trip

Start early: the rock is best climbed in the morning. Many shared trips add Dambulla or Pidurangala, and some stay a night in Habarana.

Trains and buses run on this route every day; check Sri Lanka Railways and the bus operators for current times and fares.

How JoinTrip works

  1. Pick a trip and your seat.
  2. Pay your driver at pick-up, just before your ticket is scanned. Don't pay in advance.
  3. Cancel free until booking closes. If the trip doesn't run, nothing is lost.

Questions

Is a day trip from Colombo to Sigiriya possible?

Yes, with an early start. Shared trips usually leave Colombo before sunrise and return at night.

Can I add Dambulla to the trip?

Many trips include the Dambulla cave temple. Check the stops on each trip.