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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matara District to Colombo

Composite routes from Matara District to Colombo

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
157 km.
from $8

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

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Weligama to Fort
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
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 District (Region) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo is to train which costs $15.22 - $26.09 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $304.35 - $489.13 .

How far is it from Matara District (Region) to Colombo?

The distance between Matara District (Region) and Colombo is 212 km. The road distance is 155.8 km.

How do I travel from Matara District (Region) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $17.39 - $21.74 .

How long does it take to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Matara District (Region) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Matara District (Region) to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $304.35 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17.39 - $21.74 and takes 3h 13m, you could also train, which costs $15.22 - $26.09 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the time difference between Matara District (Region) and Colombo?

It is currently 12:39 at both, Matara District (Region) and Colombo.

Can I drive from Matara District (Region) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara District (Region) to Colombo is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Matara District (Region) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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