Sigiriya Taxi Service
The rock fortress and the Cultural Triangle. Usually visited alongside Dambulla and Polonnaruwa.
Journeys to and from Sigiriya
| Journey | Distance | Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sigiriya → Colombo Airport (CMB) | 146.9 km | 3 hr 19 min |
Rs 23,450
Mini / Small Car
|
| Sigiriya → Dambulla | 17.8 km | 29 min |
Rs 2,530
Mini / Small Car
|
| Sigiriya → Colombo | 173.9 km | 3 hr 53 min |
Rs 26,030
Mini / Small Car
|
| Sigiriya → Kandy | 89.7 km | 2 hr 38 min |
Rs 17,970
Mini / Small Car
|
| Sigiriya → Negombo | 147.8 km | 3 hr 21 min |
Rs 23,530
Mini / Small Car
|
Getting to and from Sigiriya
This is the dry zone, and the roads show it: flat, straight and considerably faster than anything in the hills. The run up from Colombo is long but easy, and the section through the Cultural Triangle between Dambulla, Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa is some of the most comfortable driving on the island. Elephants cross the roads around the reservoirs at dusk, which is a genuine reason not to plan a late arrival.
Arranging a pickup
The hotels are scattered across a wide area of scrub rather than gathered in a town, and several are a long way down unsealed side tracks, so the name of the property matters more here than anywhere else on the island. Most people visit the rock at first light and want a driver waiting afterwards rather than a fresh booking.
Questions about taxis in Sigiriya
How much is a taxi in Sigiriya?
From Rs 2,530 in a Mini / Small Car, to Dambulla: the lowest fare on the board. Each route below carries its own fixed price, distance and driving time — quoted before you book, with no meter and no surcharge on arrival.
Can I book a taxi from Sigiriya to Colombo airport?
Yes, and it is one of the routes most often booked from here. Give your flight number when you book and your driver has it. There is no automatic flight tracking yet, so if you are delayed, message your driver on the number in your confirmation. Extended waiting beyond the pickup window is chargeable on a point-to-point transfer, and the terms say by how much.
Are the drivers in Sigiriya verified?
Licence and vehicle are checked before a driver can quote, and each one has a profile showing their rating, experience and the exact car — including the registration — so you know who is coming before you book.
Near Sigiriya
Places to visit close to the city centre.
Day trips from Sigiriya
Further afield.