{"id":396,"date":"2016-03-05T07:07:34","date_gmt":"2016-03-05T07:07:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/?p=396"},"modified":"2026-02-11T05:53:28","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T05:53:28","slug":"transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/","title":{"rendered":"Transportation in Sri Lanka: Your options to getting around"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do you get from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/en\/colombo?utm_source=vf-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=srilanka-transport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Colombo<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/en\/galle?utm_source=vf-blog&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=srilanka-transport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Galle<\/a>? How about that restaurant you plan to visit that&#8217;s about 20 minutes away from the villa?\u00a0Find out which means of transportation best suits your time, budget, and lifestyle. Check out this article and you&#8217;ll be an expert in navigating around Sri Lanka in no time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#Domestic_flights_in_Sri_Lanka\" >Domestic flights in Sri Lanka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#Sri_Lanka_buses\" >Sri Lanka buses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#Sri_Lanka_trains\" >Sri Lanka trains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#Sri_Lanka_taxis\" >Sri Lanka taxis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#Renting_a_Car_and_Hiring_a_Driver_in_Sri_Lanka\" >Renting a Car and Hiring a Driver in Sri Lanka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#By_Tuk_tuks\" >By Tuk tuks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/transportation-in-sri-lanka-your-options-to-getting-around\/#Rent_a_Bike_or_Motorcycle_in_Sri_Lanka\" >Rent a Bike or Motorcycle in Sri Lanka<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Domestic_flights_in_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>Domestic flights in Sri Lanka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-397\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cinnamonair-route-map-e1556777058207.jpg\" alt=\"domestic flights Sri Lanka\" class=\"wp-image-397\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: Cinnamon AIr<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Domestic flights within Sri Lanka are very limited. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cinnamonair.com\">Cinnamon Air<\/a> offers routes coming to and from Bandaranaike International Airport. However, the fare is definitely more expensive and the schedules are not as flexible as the other means of transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If money is not an issue and you really need to be in your destination as soon as possible, you can arrange a charter flight\u2014via helicopter, private planes, or seaplanes\u2014through Simplifly. You can get to any point around Sri Lanka starting at $3,000.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lanka_buses\"><\/span>Sri Lanka buses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-398\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/40062721053_31561f074c_z-e1556777834895.jpg\" alt=\"Buses in Sri Lanka\" class=\"wp-image-398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/40062721053_31561f074c_z-e1556777834895.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.villa-finder.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/40062721053_31561f074c_z-e1556777834895-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: Francisco Anzola on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buses are the staple means of transportation on the island. This public mode of transportation can reach the remotest corners of Sri Lanka, covering at least 80% of the island\u2019s roads. While buses are the most accessible transportation, you should take note that it\u2019s not necessarily the one that offers the highest form of comfort. If you\u2019re planning on riding the bus to get around the island, you should prepare yourself for crowded and careless rides ahead. <a href=\"http:\/\/routemaster.lk\/\">Check out Sri Lanka bus maps<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two kinds of buses in Sri Lanka: government buses and private buses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses are publicly handled transportation that typically plies long-distance routes.<strong> Usually painted with red<\/strong>, most of these vehicles lack air-conditioning but are much more comfortable as conductors are not pressured to squeeze in as many passengers as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private buses, as mentioned, are more crowded than government ones. These public means of transportation are air-conditioned and cover most of the major roads in Sri Lanka.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Villa Finder&#8217;s tips on riding the bus: Take note that the first two seats of public buses are reserved for Buddhist monks. Bus stations in major areas are often crowded and chaotic. If you\u2019re following a schedule, make sure to come in advance. This will also give you a better opportunity of getting a good seat.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lanka_trains\"><\/span>Sri Lanka trains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/srilanka-2792097_640-e1556778533849.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Lanka train\" class=\"wp-image-399\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although a bit slow, we think riding the train is <strong>one of the best ways<\/strong> to get around Sri Lanka. The island\u2019s train network was developed by the British during the nineteenth century. Compared to bus rides, train rides are relatively more<strong> comfortable and reliable<\/strong>. Also, it\u2019s easier to ask around, as most often than not, there are information windows at train stations with attendants who understand and speak the English language.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most travellers<strong>, the train ride itself is already an attraction<\/strong>. Some even describe it as the most scenic train ride in the whole world. With routes passing by lush mountains, rich rice paddies, and beautiful tea plantations, we could not agree more to this. The most popular scenic train route in Sri Lanka is from Kandy to Ella. <a href=\"https:\/\/eservices.railway.gov.lk\/\">Check out Sri Lanka train schedule<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re choosing to ride the train in order to get around Sri Lanka, it\u2019ll be helpful to familiarise yourself with its <strong>three classes:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first class is only available on selected trains. These are air-conditioned and come in three varieties\u2014 coaches, sleeping berths, and observation saloons with large windows. You might want to get an observation saloon if you\u2019re passing by a scenic route. <\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second class still have seats that are cushioned, but these are not air-conditioned anymore. However, there are fans to keep passengers refreshed, and windows are opened for better ventilation. The second class is almost always the busiest one!<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The third class consists of uncushioned seats. These don\u2019t have to air-condition as well, but again, windows are kept open for ventilation. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Villa Finder&#8217;s tips on riding the train:<br>\nRails are always busy. If you\u2019re planning to travel first class, make sure to get a ticket at least a day before.<br>\nHave wet wipes or antibacterial spray in handy in case you\u2019ll be needing to use the bathroom. It\u2019s not exactly first class in there.<br>\nTrain doors are always open. Be mindful of your little ones!<br>\nDepending on when you are travelling, some rides can get chilly. Bring with you a jacket just in case.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/travelling-with-kids-12-family-activities-in-sri-lanka-to-keep-them-happy\/\">Travelling with kids? 12 family activities in Sri Lanka to keep them happy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sri_Lanka_taxis\"><\/span>Sri Lanka taxis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lankan taxis are apparent in most major towns. Most of them operate by fixed prices, while some, like in Colombo, are metered. Regardless, we highly advise agreeing on a rate before getting off. You can also book a taxi ride via hailing apps. The best one to use is <a href=\"https:\/\/pickme.lk\/\">PickMe<\/a>, a local app in Sri Lanka. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Villa Finder&#8217;s tip: Most drivers expect a 10% tip.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Renting_a_Car_and_Hiring_a_Driver_in_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>Renting a Car and Hiring a Driver in Sri Lanka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re keen on enjoying your time with more flexibility, you can always opt to get your own car and driver. We recommend contacting Sri Lankan Personal Drivers to arrange a trip for you or check out Klook\u2019s offers for their private car charter services.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Villa Finder&#8217;s tip: Most drivers expect a 10% tip.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_Tuk_tuks\"><\/span>By Tuk tuks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/tuk-tuk-3787496_640-e1556779606360.jpg\" alt=\"sri lanka tuk tuks\" class=\"wp-image-402\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as rickshaw, and trishaws, there are available at almost every corner of Sri Lanka. This one is an ideal means of transportation for nearby destinations. Most of these rides are not metered, but you will encounter some that do this. Make sure to agree on a fixed rate before getting off. A decent fare is Rs. 50\/km.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rent_a_Bike_or_Motorcycle_in_Sri_Lanka\"><\/span>Rent a Bike or Motorcycle in Sri Lanka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-403\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/14960858174_88cabf8429_z-e1556780366955.jpg\" alt=\"Mountain biking Sri lanka\" class=\"wp-image-403\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credit: Amila Tennakoon<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re more of the adventurous type, you always have the option to rent your own bike. Though it\u2019s a bit challenging to pull this off due to poor road surfaces and speeding vehicles, there\u2019s no stopping you if you really want to take on this adventure. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a bit hard to find a rental shop in Sri Lanka, so we highly recommend that you do your research right before travelling. To help you out on that, you may check out bikesbooking.com, srilankabikerent.com, or srilankamotorcycle.com.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Villa Finder&#8217;s tips<br>\nUse a good lock and keep an eye on your ride as much as possible.<br>\nForms must be filled out if you\u2019re taking your bike on the train. This will cost you twice as much as the second class train. Get to the station in advance to make time for depositing your bike.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.villa-finder.com\/best-time-to-go-to-sri-lanka\/\">Sri Lanka Travel 101: When is the Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How do you get from Colombo to Galle? How about that restaurant you plan to visit that&#8217;s about 20 minutes away from the villa?\u00a0Find out which means of transportation best suits your time, budget, and lifestyle. Check out this article and you&#8217;ll be an expert in navigating around Sri Lanka in no time. 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