The medieval royal city, with well-kept palaces, temples and the carved Buddhas of Gal Vihara.
What to see in and around Polonnaruwa
- Gal Vihara
- Royal Palace ruins
- Parakrama Samudra
- Minneriya (30 min)
Getting to Polonnaruwa with SriRide
Book a private transfer with a professional English-speaking driver, keep a driver for a multi-day tour, or rent a self-drive car and explore Polonnaruwa at your own pace. Every price is shown before you book and you only pay a small advance online.
Questions
How far is Polonnaruwa from Colombo airport?
Polonnaruwa is about 200 km by road from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), roughly 4 h 30 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is a taxi from the airport to Polonnaruwa?
A private transfer starts from US$214.00 one way in a Suzuki Wagon R, with a professional driver. Bigger cars, SUVs and vans cost more; the booking form shows every price before you book.
Can I rent a self-drive car to go to Polonnaruwa?
Yes. Self-drive cars start from US$28.00 a day with 100 km a day included. Collect the car at our Panadura office or the airport, or have it delivered to your hotel. You need an international driving permit or a Sri Lankan driving licence.
Can the driver stop on the way to Polonnaruwa?
Yes. Add your stops in the booking form and the price is worked out for the whole route, or tell your driver about short photo and food stops on the day.
Ready when you land.
Book your airport pickup or island ride now, or send us your plan on WhatsApp and we will put it together for you.