How to Travel from
Matara Bus Station to Puttalam
by Route or Car
Schedule
Matara Bus Station, Sri Lanka → Puttalam, Sri Lanka
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam
Composite routes from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam
Cheapest
4 h
Car
281 km.
from $15
Other
3 h 9 min
Plane, Taxi
244 km.
from $647.43
9 h 3 min
244 km.
from $6.35
5 h 50 min
244 km.
Select a ticket
4 h 13 min
Taxi, Plane
245 km.
from $544.49
Transport providers
Airlines
Cinnamon Air
Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$457.33
Plane from Weerawila International Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.18–$584.37
Train operators
Sri Lanka Railways
Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Matara to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42
Train from Colombo Fort to Noor
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79
Bus operators
NCG Express
Bus from Pettah to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
National Transport Commission
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam?
The cheapest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam is to train which costs $1.52 - $9.78 and takes 9h 3m.
What is the fastest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam?
The fastest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 9m and costs $358.70 - $597.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Matara Bus Station and Puttalam?
No, there is no direct bus from Matara Bus Station station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Is there a direct train between Matara Bus Station and Puttalam?
No, there is no direct train from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Noor Nagar via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.
How far is it from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam?
The distance between Matara Bus Station and Puttalam is 279 km. The road distance is 281.8 km.
How do I travel from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam without a car?
The best way to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .
How long does it take to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam?
It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Matara Bus Station to Puttalam bus from?
Matara Bus Station to Puttalam bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.
Where do I catch the Matara Bus Station to Puttalam train from?
Matara Bus Station to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.
Train or bus from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam?
The best way to get from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $9.78 and takes 9h 3m.
Where does the Matara Bus Station to Puttalam bus arrive?
Matara Bus Station to Puttalam bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.
Where does the Matara Bus Station to Puttalam train arrive?
Matara Bus Station to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.
Can I drive from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam?
Yes, the driving distance between Matara Bus Station to Puttalam is 282 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Matara Bus Station to Puttalam.
Where can I stay near Puttalam?
There are 97+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.65 per night.
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