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3 h 29 min
254 km.
from $13
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Seven ways to Travel from Matara to Gampola

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Cheapest
By car (254 km)
3 h 29 min
254 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 29 min
254 km.
from $9.66
Plane, Taxi
3 h 7 min
134 km.
from $628.43
Train
8 h 14 min
134 km.
from $6.46
Bus, Train
6 h 41 min
134 km.
from $3.04
Bus
7 h 22 min
134 km.
from $10.37
Plane
3 h 29 min
135 km.
from $429.67

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:
$228.26–$391.30
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.48–$413.04

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Gampola
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.82–$2.50
Train from Matara to Fort
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21

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:
$1.30–$2.39
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.98–$1.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Gampola is to train which costs $1.52 - $9.78 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Gampola is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 7m and costs $347.83 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Matara and Gampola?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Gampola. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Gampola via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Matara to Gampola?

The distance between Matara and Gampola is 268 km. The road distance is 254.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Gampola without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 41m and costs $2.17 - $4.89 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Matara to Gampola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Gampola train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Gampola?

The best way to get from Matara to Gampola is to bus which takes 7h 22m and costs $5.98 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $9.78 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Matara to Gampola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Gampola?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Gampola is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Matara to Gampola.

Where can I stay near Gampola?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Gampola. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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