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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chilaw to Matara

Composite routes from Chilaw to Matara

Cheapest
3 h 2 min
Car
230 km.
from $12
Other
4 h 15 min
198 km.
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7 h 29 min
198 km.
from $5.48

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
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Sri Lanka Railways
Website
3h 6m
Twice daily
$0.57–$1.65
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
NCG Express
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National Transport Commission
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NCG Express
Website
1h 30m
3 times a day
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
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National Transport Commission
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2h 35m
Every 20 minutes
$1.52–$2.79
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Matara is to train which costs $1.20 - $8.70 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Matara is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Matara. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Matara?

The distance between Chilaw and Matara is 248 km. The road distance is 230.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Chilaw to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Matara bus from?

Chilaw to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Chilaw station.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Chilaw to Matara?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Matara is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.20 - $8.70 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Chilaw to Matara bus arrive?

Chilaw to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Chilaw to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chilaw to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Matara is 230 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Chilaw to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3088+ hotels available in Matara. Prices start at $15.23 per night.
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