Should we visit Temple before departure?

Yes! Morning puja at 5:30 AM, then depart for Polonnaruwa.

Is Polonnaruwa worth a full day?

Yes! Allow 3-4 hours for ruins. Rent bicycle for best experience.

Can we continue to Sigiriya?

Yes! Polonnaruwa to Sigiriya is just 65 km (1.5 hours). Good combination.

How hot is Polonnaruwa?

Hot! 32°C+. Explore early morning or late afternoon.

What's the highlight?

Gal Vihara—four magnificent rock-carved Buddha statues. Unmissable.

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Kandy to Polonnaruwa Transfer

Living to ancient: from Kandy's temples to Polonnaruwa's stone Buddhas.

145 km

3.5-4 hours

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Private Transfer from Kandy to Polonnaruwa

Connect two UNESCO treasures from living temple city to ancient stone capital. This 145 km journey takes you from Kandy's sacred tooth relic to Polonnaruwa's magnificent medieval ruins. Stop at Matale spice gardens for refreshments en route to the Gal Vihara Buddhas.

Distance

145 km

from Kandy

Travel Time

3.5-4 hours

approximate

Best Time to Travel

Morning for afternoon ruins exploration before heat

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Route Information

Everything you need to know about your journey from Kandy to Polonnaruwa

Your Journey

Kandy

Pick-up location

145 km3.5-4 hours

Scenic drive with professional driver

Polonnaruwa

Drop-off at your hotel

Route Highlights

1
Sacred city departure
2
Spice country transit
3
Dry zone entry
4
Medieval ruins arrival

Travel Tip

Morning for afternoon ruins exploration before heat

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$90USD

LKR 28,500

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Popular Attractions in Polonnaruwa

Discover these amazing places during your visit. We can take you there!

Gal Vihara

Four rock-carved Buddhas. Polonnaruwa's highlight.

Temple of Sacred Tooth

Kandy's sacred shrine.

Matale Spice Gardens

Free tours and refreshments.

Royal Palace

Polonnaruwa's ancient palace ruins.

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About 3.5-4 hours (145 km) crossing from hills to dry zone.

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