Private, air-conditioned intercity transfer from Colombo to Polonnaruwa with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide and door-to-door pick-up.
Same fixed-fare pricing we'd quote a guest by email — no metered surprises.
Arrange a private intercity transfer from Colombo to Polonnaruwa with Lakpura. Your English-speaking chauffeur-guide collects you from your Colombo hotel or address and drives you directly to Polonnaruwa in a private, air-conditioned vehicle — no shared rides, no waiting for other passengers. Estimated travel time is about 4 hours 35 minutes, over a one-way distance of 228 km; your chauffeur takes the best route on the day depending on traffic and weather.
Polonnaruwa is an ancient city in north-central Sri Lanka, known for its well-preserved medieval ruins that served as the island's second royal capital.
Pick the vehicle that fits your group and luggage — pricing is per vehicle, not per seat:
How long does the drive take?
About 4 hours 35 minutes for the 228 km between Colombo and Polonnaruwa, depending on traffic and road conditions on the day. Your chauffeur picks the best route.
Can we stop along the way?
Yes — tell our team in advance and we'll tailor the route with stops. Longer sightseeing routes are arranged as a day tour rather than a point-to-point transfer.
How many people can the transfer carry?
From 1 to 15 passengers depending on the vehicle, from a Standard Car up to a Standard Bus. Pricing is per vehicle for the whole journey.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. The Colombo to Polonnaruwa transfer starts from US$94 for the whole car, including taxes, tolls and the driver's return.
