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2 h 58 min
226 km.
from $12
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Six ways to Travel from Matara to Chilaw

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Cheapest
By car (226 km)
2 h 58 min
226 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
2 h 58 min
226 km.
from $8.60
Plane, Taxi
2 h 7 min
198 km.
from $548.43
Train
7 h 26 min
198 km.
from $5.43
Bus
5 h 10 min
198 km.
Taxi, Plane
3 h 14 min
197 km.
from $488.86

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:
$206.52–$413.04
Plane from Weerawila International Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$532.61

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:
$0.78–$6.98
Train from Colombo Fort to Chilaw
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.49–$1.41

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Chilaw
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day

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:
$1.30–$2.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Chilaw is to train which costs $1.20 - $8.70 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Chilaw is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 7m and costs $282.61 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Chilaw via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Chilaw via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Matara to Chilaw?

The distance between Matara and Chilaw is 223 km. The road distance is 226.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Chilaw without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Matara to Chilaw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Chilaw bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Chilaw train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Chilaw?

The best way to get from Matara to Chilaw is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.20 - $8.70 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Matara to Chilaw bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Chilaw train arrive?

Matara to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Matara to Chilaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Chilaw is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Matara to Chilaw.

Where can I stay near Chilaw?

There are 47+ hotels available in Chilaw. Prices start at $14.28 per night.
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