How To Travel Sigiriya By Train 2024

Travel Sigiriya by Train

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5-6 hours journey
The closest railway station to Sigiriya is Habarana, 15km away. There’s only one train that runs back and forth daily, so this makes things a little inconvenient unless you plan your trip accordingly. Note that taking the train is the slowest way to get there.
According to Fort Railway Station, a reserved 3rd class ticket costs Rs. 520 while a reserved seat in 2nd class costs Rs. 1100. That’s a little pricey considering the travel time and convenience when weighing out your options.

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How to get to sigiriya LION ROCK

There are various transport methods to travel Sigiriya Lion rock.
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bus

4-5 hours journey

The journey is rather tiresome considering there’s no direct bus straight to Sigiriya.

Car

3-4 hours journey

It all really depends on your luck with the traffic. Highly recommended transport mode

Tuk Tuk

4-5 hours journey

Keep your belongings with you all the time as the tuk tuks are usually open vehicles

Flight

1-2 hours journey

If the weather is good
to you, the experience up
in the air is absolutely
magical

train

5-6 hours journey

Note that taking the train is the slowest way. The closest railway station to Sigiriya is Habarana

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Travel Sigiriya by train

By Train 5-6 hours journey

Travel Sigiriya by tuk tuk

By Tuk Tuk 4-5 hours journey

Travel Sigiriya by plane

By FLight 1-2 hours journey

Travel Sigiriya by bus

By Bus 4-5 hours journey

Travel Sigiriya by car

By Hired Vehicle 3-4 hours journey