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Dambulla to Matara

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3 h 56 min
285 km.
from $15
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Seven ways to Travel from Dambulla to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (285 km)
3 h 56 min
285 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 56 min
285 km.
from $10.84
Bus, Plane
2 h 34 min
211 km.
from $465.82
Bus
6 h 15 min
212 km.
from $7.91
Train
8 h 20 min
212 km.
from $18.50
Taxi, Plane (Taxi to Kandy)
2 h 37 min
211 km.
from $394.13
Taxi, Plane (Taxi to Hatton)
3 h 38 min
211 km.
from $353.35

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44
Plane from Hatton to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$343.00

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Awukana to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.56
Train from Maradana to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Matara is to bus which costs $2.72 - $10.33 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla to Matara?

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Matara is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 34m and costs $326.09 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Dambulla to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Matara?

The distance between Dambulla and Matara is 325 km. The road distance is 285.6 km.

How do I travel from Dambulla to Matara without a car?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $2.72 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Dambulla to Matara?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Dambulla to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Matara bus from?

Dambulla to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Dambulla station.

Train or bus from Dambulla to Matara?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Matara is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $2.72 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $19.57 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Dambulla to Matara bus arrive?

Dambulla to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Matara is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Dambulla to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3026+ hotels available in Matara. Prices start at $15.72 per night.
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