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Kandy to Matara Bus Station

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3 h 33 min
253 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Kandy to Matara Bus Station

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Cheapest
By car (253 km)
3 h 33 min
253 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 33 min
253 km.
from $9.63
Train
7 h 6 min
150 km.
from $6.33
Train, Bus
5 h 22 min
150 km.
from $4.26
Bus
7 h 5 min
150 km.
from $4.52
Taxi, Plane
2 h 26 min
150 km.
from $338.53

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
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 Kandy to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
Train from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79
Bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03
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 Kandy to Matara Bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station is to train which costs $1.41 - $9.78 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station is to fly which takes 1h 39m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Matara Bus Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy station to Matara Bus Station station. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Matara Bus Station?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Matara Bus Station. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Matara via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Kandy to Matara Bus Station?

The distance between Kandy and Matara Bus Station is 205 km. The road distance is 252.9 km.

How do I travel from Kandy to Matara Bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 22m and costs $1.96 - $4.57 .

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Matara Bus Station bus from?

Kandy to Matara Bus Station bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Matara Bus Station train from?

Kandy to Matara Bus Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train, bus or fly from Kandy to Matara Bus Station?

The best way to get from Kandy to Matara Bus Station is to fly which takes 1h 39m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.39 - $4.24 and takes 7h 5m, you could also train, which costs $1.41 - $9.78 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Kandy to Matara Bus Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Matara Bus Station train arrive?

Kandy to Matara Bus Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Matara Bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Matara Bus Station is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Kandy to Matara Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Matara Bus Station?

There are 3005+ hotels available in Matara Bus Station. Prices start at $15.72 per night.
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