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Sri Lanka · Taxi & Cars
PickMe
Sri Lanka's leading local ride-hailing app, widely used in Colombo for taxis, tuk-tuks and other rides.
What it helps with
- A tuk-tuk in ColomboFixed price.
- Ride from the airportNo haggling.
- A car between townsLonger trips.
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.
Before you use it
- Payment: Rides can be paid in cash or by card in the app.
- Limits: Coverage is best in Colombo and Kandy; in small towns street tuk-tuks are easier to find.
English available
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does PickMe work with a foreign bank card in Sri Lanka?
- Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is PickMe available in English?
- Yes, PickMe has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use PickMe?
- No, an international phone number generally works for PickMe.
- Do I need local ID or residency for PickMe?
- No, PickMe doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use PickMe?
- iOS · Android
- How much does PickMe cost?
- Upfront fare by distance and vehicle
Phrases for the driverSinhala
Saved only on this device.
Tap to hear it or to show it in large letters.
- Please take me to this address (show it on the map) කරුණාකර මාව මේ ලිපිනයට ගෙනියන්න. Karunakara mawa me lipinayata geniyanna.
- How much will it cost? කීයද? Kiyada?
- Stop here, please මෙතන නවත්වන්න. Methana nawaththanna.
- Please wait a moment ටිකක් ඉන්න. Tikak inna.
- Thank you ස්තූතියි. Sthuthiyi.
