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8 h 13 min
530 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Jaffna to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (530 km)
8 h 13 min
530 km.
from $29
Other
Rideshare
8 h 13 min
530 km.
from $6.91
Bus
9 h
416 km.
from $16
Train
10 h 35 min
416 km.
from $10.15
Train, Bus
9 h 7 min
416 km.
from $8.09
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sigiriya Airport)
30 h 39 min
416 km.
from $10.87
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sigiriya Airport)
6 h 50 min
416 km.
from $10.87
Train, Plane
7 h 56 min
416 km.
from $393.17

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$393.81–$1,016.29
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42
Train from Jaffna to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.91–$6.22

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Matara is to train which costs $2.83 - $15.22 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Matara is to train and taxi and fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $282.61 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Matara. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Matara via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Matara?

The distance between Jaffna and Matara is 579 km. The road distance is 530.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $10.33 - $11.96 .

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Jaffna to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Matara?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Matara is to bus which takes 9h and costs $10.33 - $11.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.83 - $15.22 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Jaffna to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Matara is 531 km. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Jaffna 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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