🚕 Taxi & Ride-Hailing

PickMe

Sri Lanka's leading local ride-hailing app, widely used in Colombo for taxis, tuk-tuks and other rides. About PickMe: PickMe is the dominant Sri Lankan ride-hailing platform, offering a range of vehicle types including cars, tuk-tuks and vans, with the largest local driver network in the country. Key Features: Multiple Vehicle Types: Choose from cars, tuk-tuks, vans and other categories depending on your needs and budget. Wide Driver Network: One of the largest local driver networks, meaning good availability across Colombo and beyond. Upfront Fare Estimates: See an estimated fare before confirming your ride. Integrated Food Delivery: The same app provides access to PickMe Food for restaurant delivery. How to Get Started: Download the PickMe app and create an account with a phone number. Enter your pickup location and destination to see vehicle and fare options. Confirm your ride and track the driver's approach on the map. Pay by cash or card depending on your settings, then rate your trip. Important Notice: PickMe's tuk-tuk option is often the cheapest and most widely available vehicle type across Sri Lanka, useful when car availability is limited in certain areas.

Uber Sri Lanka

Global ride-hailing app operating in Colombo alongside licensed taxis, with upfront pricing and cashless payment. About Uber Sri Lanka: Uber operates in Colombo and select surrounding areas, giving visitors a familiar international app for booking private-hire rides with fare estimates shown before confirming. Key Features: Upfront Fare Estimates: See an estimated price before you confirm the ride. Cashless Payment: Pay by card or linked account, no cash needed at the end of the trip. Trip Tracking and Sharing: Share your live trip location with friends or family. Multiple Vehicle Options: Choose between different car categories depending on group size and budget. How to Get Started: Download the Uber app and create an account with a phone number and payment method. Enter your pickup location and destination to see fare and vehicle options. Confirm the ride and track your driver's arrival. Rate your trip after drop-off. Important Notice: Uber's coverage in Sri Lanka is currently concentrated in Colombo and nearby areas — availability outside the greater Colombo region is limited or nonexistent.