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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Matale

Composite routes from Colombo to Matale

Cheapest
2 h 27 min
Car
140 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 59 min
Bus, Taxi
102 km.
from $18.37
2 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
102 km.
from $294.96

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.48–$413.04
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Matale
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.87–$2.61

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.82–$1.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Matale is to train which costs $1 - $2.61 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Matale is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Matale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Matale. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Colombo to Matale?

The distance between Colombo and Matale is 165 km. The road distance is 140 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Matale without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 59m and costs $10.87 - $15.22 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Colombo to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Matale train from?

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

Train or fly from Colombo to Matale?

The best way to get from Colombo to Matale is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.61 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Colombo to Matale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Matale is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Colombo to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1034+ hotels available in Matale. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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