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3 h 32 min
256 km.
from $14
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Five ways to Travel from Gampola to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (256 km)
3 h 32 min
256 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
3 h 32 min
256 km.
from $9.74
Train
7 h 26 min
134 km.
from $6.59
Train, Bus
5 h 58 min
134 km.
from $4.52
Bus
7 h 26 min
134 km.
from $10.33

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 Gampola to Fort
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.95–$2.92
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 Gampola to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Gampola to Matara is to train which costs $1.52 - $10.33 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampola to Matara is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct train between Gampola and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Gampola to Matara. However, there are services departing from Gampola and arriving at Matara via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Gampola to Matara?

The distance between Gampola and Matara is 222 km. The road distance is 257 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampola to Matara without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 58m and costs $2.07 - $4.89 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Gampola to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Matara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gampola to Matara?

The best way to get from Gampola to Matara is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $271.74 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.98 - $8.70 and takes 7h 26m, you could also train, which costs $1.52 - $10.33 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Gampola to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampola to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampola to Matara is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Gampola 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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