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3 h 28 min
250 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Matara Station to Kandy

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Cheapest
By car (250 km)
3 h 28 min
250 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 28 min
250 km.
from $9.51
Plane
3 h 11 min
150 km.
from $548.41
Train
7 h 57 min
150 km.
from $6.20
Bus, Train
6 h 5 min
150 km.
from $2.93
Bus
7 h
150 km.
from $4.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
Train from Matara to Fort
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
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
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Matara Station to Kandy?

The cheapest way to get from Matara Station to Kandy is to train which costs $1.41 - $9.78 and takes 7h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara Station to Kandy?

The fastest way to get from Matara Station to Kandy is to drive and fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $315.22 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara Station and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara Station station to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Matara Station and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Matara Station to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Matara Station to Kandy?

The distance between Matara Station and Kandy is 301 km. The road distance is 250.3 km.

How do I travel from Matara Station to Kandy without a car?

The best way to get from Matara Station to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 6m and costs $2.07 - $4.57 .

How long does it take to get from Matara Station to Kandy?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Matara Station to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara Station to Kandy bus from?

Matara Station to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matara Station to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara Station to Kandy?

The best way to get from Matara Station to Kandy is to train which takes 7h 57m and costs $1.41 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.28 - $4.24 and takes 7h.

Where does the Matara Station to Kandy bus arrive?

Matara Station to Kandy bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Matara Station to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara Station to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara Station to Kandy is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Matara Station to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Kandy. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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