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Matara to Kilinochchi

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463 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Matara to Kilinochchi

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Cheapest
By car (463 km)
7 h 6 min
463 km.
from $25
Other
Rideshare
7 h 6 min
463 km.
from $17.61
Bus
8 h 40 min
382 km.
from $15.61
Train
11 h 10 min
382 km.
from $9.13
Bus, Train
9 h 22 min
381 km.
from $7.49
Plane, Bus
26 h 26 min
382 km.
Plane
6 h 28 min
381 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$500.00
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.74–$5.98
Train from Matara to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21
Train from Bambalapitiya to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
7h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.74–$5.98

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.71
Bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Kilinochchi is to train which costs $2.50 - $14.13 and takes 11h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Kilinochchi is to drive which takes 7h 9m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Kilinochchi via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Kilinochchi via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Matara to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Matara and Kilinochchi is 487 km. The road distance is 463.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 8h 40m and costs $9.78 - $11.41 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Matara to Kilinochchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Kilinochchi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Kilinochchi train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Matara to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 8h 40m and costs $9.78 - $11.41 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.50 - $14.13 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Matara to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Matara and Kilinochchi?

It is currently 10:16 at both, Matara and Kilinochchi.

Where does the Matara to Kilinochchi train arrive?

Matara to Kilinochchi train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Matara to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Kilinochchi is 463 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Matara to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are eight+ hotels available in Kilinochchi. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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