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How to Travel from

Matara to Pilimathalawa

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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 Pilimatalawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.65–$1.96
Train from Matara to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21
Train from Maradana to Pilimatalawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.65–$1.96

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
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 Pilimathalawa?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Pilimathalawa is to train which costs $1.41 - $9.24 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Pilimathalawa is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 49m and costs $347.83 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct train between Matara and Pilimathalawa?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Pilimathalawa. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Pilimatalawa via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Matara to Pilimathalawa?

The distance between Matara and Pilimathalawa is 260 km. The road distance is 237.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Pilimathalawa without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 57m and costs $1.96 - $4.35 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Matara to Pilimathalawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Pilimathalawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Pilimathalawa?

The best way to get from Matara to Pilimathalawa is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs $1.41 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.57 - $7.07 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Matara to Pilimathalawa train arrive?

Matara to Pilimathalawa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Matara to Pilimathalawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Pilimathalawa is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Matara to Pilimathalawa.

Where can I stay near Pilimathalawa?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Pilimathalawa. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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