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Galle to Matale

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3 h 37 min
248 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Galle to Matale

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Cheapest
By car (248 km)
3 h 37 min
248 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 37 min
248 km.
from $9.43
Taxi, Plane (Taxi)
3 h 8 min
163 km.
from $571.28
Train
8 h 26 min
164 km.
from $5.83
Bus
5 h 55 min
164 km.
from $19.48
Bus, Train
7 h 13 min
163 km.
from $6.37
Taxi, Plane (Taxi)
3 h 26 min
163 km.
from $425.63

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:
$343.00–$482.74
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ragama to Matale
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03
Train from Colombo Fort to Matale
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.02–$3.05

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91
Bus from Malabe to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Matale is to train which costs $1.52 - $8.70 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $445.65 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Galle and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Matale. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Galle to Matale?

The distance between Galle and Matale is 285 km. The road distance is 248.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Galle to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Matale train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Matale?

The best way to get from Galle to Matale is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $8.70 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the time difference between Galle and Matale?

It is currently 09:50 at both, Galle and Matale.

Where does the Galle to Matale train arrive?

Galle to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Galle to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Matale is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Galle 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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