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3 h 24 min
224 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Matara to Nuwara Eliya

Composite routes from Matara to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest
3 h 24 min
Car
224 km.
from $12
Other
3 h 32 min
Bus, Plane
115 km.
from $397.58
7 h 45 min
116 km.
from $5.09
3 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
115 km.
from $389.97

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$206.52–$304.35
+94 11 2 475 475
+94 11 2 475 475
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
National Transport Commission
Website
Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
2h 35m
Every 30 minutes
$1.30–$2.39
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT
Website
5h 50m
Once daily
$2.28
+94 112 581 120
+94 112 581 120
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs $2.61 - $4.89 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Matara and Nuwara Eliya is 283 km. The road distance is 225.9 km.

How do I travel from Matara to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $2.61 - $4.89 .

How long does it take to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

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

Where does the Matara to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Nuwara Eliya is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Matara to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 740+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya. Prices start at $90.72 per night.
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