Colombo to Dambulla Trip Overview
Distance 137 km (85.6 miles) | |
Price range US$ 5-US$ 100 | |
Ride Duration Range 2h 35m-5h | |
Earliest Departure 18:30 | |
Latest Departure 23:30 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Colombo to Dambulla
Fastest bus: 2h 35m
Cheapest bus: US$ 11

About the ride from Colombo to Dambulla
Colombo to Dambulla Route Information
The distance between Colombo and Dambulla is 86 miles, or approximately 137 kilometers.
There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Dambulla, including minivan,car,bus,train.
The earliest departure leaves at 18:30 and has a duration of 3 hours 30 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 2 hours 35 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Colombo to Dambulla by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 31
- 138 departures a day, or 966 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Scenic and Standard.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Colombo to Dambulla by car
- Starting Price: US$ 59
- 457 departures a day, or 3199 departures a week
There are 4 travel classes for this journey, including: Comfort, Economy, Standard and SUV.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
Colombo to Dambulla by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 11
- 14 departures a day, or 98 departures a week
There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: Tourist, VIP 32 Seats and Luxury.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Colombo to Dambulla by train
- Starting Price: US$ 5
- 14 departures a day, or 98 departures a week
There are 7 travel classes for this journey, including: Third Class Reserved Seats, Second Class, First Class, Second Class Seat, First Class Reserved Seats, Second Class Reserved Seats and Second Class Sleeperette.
Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.
Companies Operating from Colombo to Dambulla
Popular stations and stops in Colombo and Dambulla
Departure stations in Colombo
Arrival stations in Dambulla
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