Sigiriya to Ambewela Taxi Service – Private Transfer for Ella Scenic Train
Traveling from Sigiriya to Ambewela to catch the world-famous scenic train to Ella? A private taxi is the most comfortable and stress-free way to travel from the Cultural Triangle to Sri Lanka’s hill country. This route is very popular with tourists who want to combine Sigiriya Rock Fortress with the breathtaking Ella train journey.
The distance from Sigiriya to Ambewela is approximately 180 km, and the journey takes around 5 to 6 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions at Dambulla to Kandy road and Kandy to Nuwara Eliya road. On the way, you’ll pass through beautiful landscapes, tea estates like Blue field or Labookale, misty mountains like Ramboda, and charming hill towns like Nuwara Eliya. With a private taxi, you can enjoy a smooth, air-conditioned ride and arrive at Ambewela Railway Station on time for your train to Ella.
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Sigiriya to Ambewela Taxi Prices (2026)
We offer fixed and transparent pricing with no hidden fees:
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🚗 Sedan Car (1–2 passengers): 28,000 LKR
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🚐 Van (up to 6 passengers): 40,000 LKR
Price includes:
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Fuel
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Driver charges
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Parking and toll fees
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Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Why Choose Our Sigiriya to Ambewela Taxi Service?
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✅ Perfect for tourists heading to the Ambewela–Ella scenic train
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✅ Hotel pickup in Sigiriya / Dambulla area
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✅ Friendly, English-speaking driver
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✅ Safe and reliable hill-country driving
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✅ Enough space for luggage
A private transfer is ideal if you’re traveling with backpacks, suitcases, or kids. You avoid multiple bus changes and can travel on your own schedule. We also help you plan the best departure time to match your train connection from Ambewela to Ella.
Optional: Direct Transfer from Sigiriya to Ella
If you prefer a full road trip without the train, we can arrange a direct taxi from Sigiriya to Ella with scenic stops along the way (waterfalls, viewpoints, tea plantations).