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Matara to Nawalapitiya

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3 h 14 min
237 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Matara to Nawalapitiya

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Cheapest
By car (237 km)
3 h 14 min
237 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 14 min
237 km.
from $9.02
Plane, Taxi
3 h 10 min
122 km.
from $644.74
Train
8 h 45 min
122 km.
from $6.63
Bus
6 h 32 min
122 km.
from $17.91
Bus, Train
7 h 12 min
122 km.
from $3.15

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

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Nawalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.87–$2.72
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 Kegalle
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.65–$1.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Nawalapitiya is to train which costs $1.63 - $10.33 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Nawalapitiya is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 10m and costs $358.70 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct train between Matara and Nawalapitiya?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Nawalapitiya. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Nawalapitiya via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Matara to Nawalapitiya?

The distance between Matara and Nawalapitiya is 277 km. The road distance is 237.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Nawalapitiya without a car is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Matara to Nawalapitiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Nawalapitiya train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Nawalapitiya?

The best way to get from Matara to Nawalapitiya is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.63 - $10.33 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Matara to Nawalapitiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Nawalapitiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Nawalapitiya is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Matara to Nawalapitiya.

Where can I stay near Nawalapitiya?

There are 205+ hotels available in Nawalapitiya. Prices start at $19.25 per night.
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