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Matale to Matara

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3 h 56 min
276 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Matale to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (276 km)
3 h 56 min
276 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 56 min
276 km.
from $10.50
Train
8 h 48 min
168 km.
from $6.72
Bus
5 h 54 min
168 km.
from $21.65
Train, Bus
7 h 20 min
168 km.
from $4.65
Taxi, Plane
2 h 52 min
168 km.
from $341.52

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 Matale to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1.02–$3.05
Train from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.64–$9.15

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.95–$1.65
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.92
Bus from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matale to Matara is to train which costs $1.63 - $10.33 and takes 8h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matale to Matara is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct train between Matale and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Matale to Matara. However, there are services departing from Matale and arriving at Matara via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Matale to Matara?

The distance between Matale and Matara is 215 km. The road distance is 277.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Matale to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $10.87 - $21.74 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Matale to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matale to Matara train from?

Matale to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matale station.

Train, bus or fly from Matale to Matara?

The best way to get from Matale to Matara is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $21.74 and takes 5h 54m, you could also train, which costs $1.63 - $10.33 and takes 8h 48m.

What is the time difference between Matale and Matara?

It is currently 09:32 at both, Matale and Matara.

Where does the Matale to Matara train arrive?

Matale to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Matale to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Matale to Matara is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Matale 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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