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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Dambulla Rock

Composite routes from Colombo to Dambulla Rock

Cheapest
2 h 26 min
Car
147 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$489.13

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Maradana to Awukana
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.92–$2.93

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.20–$2.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock is to bus which costs $1.20 - $2.28 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock is to fly which takes 1h 17m and costs $228.26 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Dambulla Rock?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Dambulla. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Colombo to Dambulla Rock?

The distance between Colombo and Dambulla Rock is 175 km. The road distance is 147.9 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Dambulla Rock without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $1.20 - $2.28 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Dambulla Rock bus from?

Colombo to Dambulla Rock bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Dambulla Rock?

The best way to get from Colombo to Dambulla Rock is to fly which takes 1h 17m and costs $228.26 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.20 - $2.28 and takes 4h 10m, you could also train, which costs $7.61 - $11.96 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Colombo to Dambulla Rock bus arrive?

Colombo to Dambulla Rock bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Dambulla station.

What is the time difference between Colombo and Dambulla Rock?

It is currently 12:17 at both, Colombo and Dambulla Rock.

Can I drive from Colombo to Dambulla Rock?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Dambulla Rock is 148 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Colombo to Dambulla Rock.

Where can I stay near Dambulla Rock?

There are 752+ hotels available in Dambulla Rock. Prices start at $19.99 per night.
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