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Matara to Kurunegala

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3 h 2 min
227 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Matara to Kurunegala

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Cheapest
By car (227 km)
3 h 2 min
227 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
3 h 2 min
227 km.
from $8.64
Plane, Taxi
2 h 35 min
170 km.
from $590.39
Train
6 h 26 min
170 km.
from $5.91
Bus
4 h 59 min
170 km.
from $4.07
Taxi, Plane
3 h 42 min
170 km.
from $512.80

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 Weerawila International Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$500.00

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Matara to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21
Train from Bambalapitiya to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.60–$1.85

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 Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.82–$1.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Kurunegala is to train which costs $1.30 - $9.24 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Kurunegala is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 35m and costs $326.09 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Kurunegala?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Kurunegala. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Kurunegala via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Kurunegala?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Kurunegala. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Kurunegala via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Matara to Kurunegala?

The distance between Matara and Kurunegala is 242 km. The road distance is 227.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Kurunegala without a car is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $2.17 - $3.80 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Matara to Kurunegala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Kurunegala train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Matara to Kurunegala is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs $2.17 - $3.80 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.30 - $9.24 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Matara to Kurunegala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Kurunegala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Kurunegala is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Matara to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 78+ hotels available in Kurunegala. Prices start at $14.74 per night.
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