Colombo Airport to Anuradhapura taxi

About 174 km and around 3 hours 48 minutes without traffic. See the fare for every vehicle, then book on WhatsApp.

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Colombo Airport to Anuradhapura taxi price

The price of every vehicle for a one-way drop and for a return trip.

VehicleOne wayReturn
Budget CarAlto | KwidRs. 19,300 (~$58)Rs. 33,900 (~$102)Book now
Mini CarAqua | Wagon R | SpaciaRs. 20,700 (~$62)Rs. 35,000 (~$105)Book now
Sedan CarPrius | Grace | InsightRs. 24,300 (~$73)Rs. 43,100 (~$130)Book now
SUVVezelRs. 25,600 (~$77)Rs. 46,600 (~$140)Book now
Mini VanEvery | ClipperRs. 22,500 (~$68)Rs. 38,500 (~$116)Book now
KDH Flat-roofRs. 31,700 (~$95)Rs. 55,300 (~$167)Book now
KDH High-roofRs. 37,000 (~$111)Rs. 64,800 (~$195)Book now
Non A/C VanHiace | CaravanRs. 27,300 (~$82)Rs. 49,100 (~$148)Book now
Hiace 13 SeaterRs. 41,400 (~$125)Rs. 68,400 (~$206)Book now
VIP Cars/VanRs. 40,600 (~$122)Rs. 70,100 (~$211)Book now

Approximate prices at our current rates for the route to Anuradhapura. Return prices are for the round trip. Use the fare calculator at the top of this page for your exact pickup and drop. Fares do not include highway toll fees, and a long waiting time or extra stops can change the fare.

Taxi from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Anuradhapura

Distance, drive time, tolls and what to expect on this trip.

The drive from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Katunayake to Anuradhapura is about 174 km and takes around 3 hours 48 minutes without traffic. The fastest route uses the E04 expressway, so highway toll fees are extra. To compare, tick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator at the top of this page and you see the fare on normal roads.

Anuradhapura is an ancient capital in the North Central Province, famous for its sacred sites and ruins. This is a long transfer, so plan a rest stop on the way.

Your pickup or drop can be any hotel, house, lodge or address. Enter it in the fare calculator at the top of this page and the fare is worked out for your exact route.

Anuradhapura to Colombo Airport taxi

Going the other way? Choose Anuradhapura as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early for your flight: the drive takes about 3 hours 48 minutes without traffic, and traffic can add time.

Waiting, stops and payment

The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip. You can pay by cash, online transfer or QR payment.

Anuradhapura airport taxi questions

Quick answers about the trip between Colombo Airport and Anuradhapura.

How far is Anuradhapura from Colombo Airport (CMB)?

It is about 174 km by road from Bandaranaike International Airport.

Do you have an airport taxi from Katunayake to Anuradhapura?

Yes. Our Katunayake airport taxi takes you from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Anuradhapura. Choose the airport as your pickup and Anuradhapura as your drop in the fare calculator, check the price of every vehicle and book on WhatsApp.

How long does the drive from Colombo Airport to Anuradhapura take?

It takes around 3 hours 48 minutes without traffic. Traffic, road works and weather can make it longer, so allow extra time.

How much is a taxi from Colombo Airport to Anuradhapura?

The starting price is Rs. 19,300 for a one-way drop in our lowest-priced vehicle, the Budget Car. See the price of every vehicle in the table above, or use the fare calculator for your exact pickup and drop.

Do the fares to Anuradhapura include toll fees?

No. This route uses the E04 expressway, and highway toll fees are extra. Tick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator to compare the fare on normal roads.

Can I book a taxi from Anuradhapura to Colombo Airport?

Yes. Choose Anuradhapura as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early, because the drive takes around 3 hours 48 minutes without traffic.

Can I add stops or ask the driver to wait?

Yes. The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip.

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