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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Sigiriya

Composite routes from Jaffna to Sigiriya

Cheapest
4 h 32 min
Car
257 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$3.94

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Anuradhapura to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.21
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.54–$5.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Sigiriya is to train and bus which costs $4.78 - $8.15 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Sigiriya is to train and taxi which takes 4h 12m and costs $29.35 - $38.04 .

How far is it from Jaffna to Sigiriya?

The distance between Jaffna and Sigiriya is 264 km. The road distance is 257.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Sigiriya without a car is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Jaffna to Sigiriya, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Jaffna and Sigiriya?

It is currently 13:51 at both, Jaffna and Sigiriya.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Sigiriya?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Sigiriya is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Jaffna to Sigiriya.

Where can I stay near Sigiriya?

There are 752+ hotels available in Sigiriya. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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