| Operator | Class | Travel Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Real Lanka Holidays | Comfort 3pax | 1h 20m | $40.12 | |
Lakpura | Standard Car | 2h 21m | $67.00 | |
Real Lanka Holidays | Van 8pax | 1h 20m | $59.00 | |
Real Lanka Holidays | Van 12pax | 1h 20m | $70.80 | |
TaxiBazaar | Sedan | 1h 34m | $67.14 | |
TaxiBazaar | Hatchback 4pax | 1h 34m | $67.03 | |
TaxiBazaar | SUV 6pax | 1h 34m | $92.32 |
Undoubtedly more convenient than public transportation but predictably more expensive travelling from Trincomalee to Sigiriya by taxi transfer is a good choice if you wish to get to your destination with less hassle possible. There are taxi of different size, class, comfort level and price offering your charter door-to-door service to suit every taste and pocket. With an easy and straightforward online booking, it is a quick and smooth process. Book your taxi in advance to ensure you get your transport when you need it.
With the following operators – – all offering taxi from Trincomalee to Sigiriya – it is a good idea to read other travellers’ reviews before you make your choice. It will help you to figure out what to expect from your trip: how long the ride will take, how clean the car is, how professional the drivers are and much more.
The overland distance to Sigiriya from Trincomalee is 67 km.
Taxis transfer normally require less time than buses or vans to cover the same distance as they often travel at higher speed and may skip en route stops if you do not need any. In any case expect your journey by taxi to Sigiriya to take between 1h 20m and 2h 21m hours. If you are planning any detours or toilet or lunch stops, remember to calculate some extra time for that. If travelling by night, during rainy or snowy weather, rush hour or on weekends, traffic jams may add extra time to your journey. Never plan tight connections with flights, ferries, or trains – allow enough time to arrive.
Real Lanka Holidays report the shortest travel time promising to bring you to Sigiriya in 1h 20m hours while the slowest operator is Lakpura.
The cost of your taxi transfer will depend on the operator and the type of the vehicle you choose. Very often, there is little or no difference in price between a car accommodating three passengers and a van good for up to 9 pax. The latter offers much more comfort in the sense of legroom and luggage space, so even if you are not a large party, it is still worth checking the price for both options before making your choice. Note that on some routes – especially to and from the airports – there may be an additional fee for each piece of luggage. On the positive side, remember that during certain periods or on some routes, taxi charter companies may offer free class upgrade – book the cheapest economy ride and get a larger car.
The lowest charter taxi rate from Trincomalee to Sigiriya is provided by Real Lanka Holidays. The maximum rate is USD 209.81 if you opt for Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver.
| Cheapest Taxi | $48 |
| Fastest Taxi | 1h 20m |
| Earliest Taxi | 12:00 午前 |
| Latest Taxi | 12:00 午前 |
| Daily Taxi Routes | 10 |
| Distance | 67 kilometers |
| Taxi Companies | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar |