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213 km.
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Two ways to Travel from Kegalle to Matara

Composite routes from Kegalle to Matara

Cheapest
2 h 47 min
Car
213 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 47 min
Rideshare
213 km.
from $8.10

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Hatton to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$381.11
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$546.26

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Makumbura to Matara
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.41
Bus from Kegalle to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.40
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79
Bus from Kegalle to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.37–$0.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kegalle to Matara is to bus which costs $1.96 - $3.59 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kegalle to Matara is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $239.13 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kegalle and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kegalle to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Kegalle and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Kegalle to Matara?

The distance between Kegalle and Matara is 218 km. The road distance is 213.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kegalle to Matara without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $41.30 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Kegalle to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Matara bus from?

Kegalle to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kegalle station.

Where does the Kegalle to Matara bus arrive?

Kegalle to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Kegalle and Matara?

It is currently 13:44 at both, Kegalle and Matara.

Can I drive from Kegalle to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kegalle to Matara is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Kegalle 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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