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Colombo to Lion Rock

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By car (166 km)
2 h 46 min
166 km.
from $9
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2 h 46 min
166 km.
from $6.32

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:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Habarana
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.32

Bus operators

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:
$1.52–$2.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Lion Rock is to train which costs $4.13 - $7.61 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Lion Rock is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs $239.13 - $304.35 .

How far is it from Colombo to Lion Rock?

The distance between Colombo and Lion Rock is 164 km. The road distance is 166.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Lion Rock without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $4.13 - $7.61 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Colombo to Lion Rock, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Lion Rock?

The best way to get from Colombo to Lion Rock is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs $239.13 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.13 - $7.61 and takes 3h 57m, you could also bus, which costs $4.89 - $6.52 and takes 4h 30m.

Can I drive from Colombo to Lion Rock?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Lion Rock is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Colombo to Lion Rock.

Where can I stay near Lion Rock?

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