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Matara to Polonnaruwa

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Five ways to Travel from Matara to Polonnaruwa

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Cheapest
By car (348 km)
5 h
348 km.
from $19
Other
Rideshare
5 h
348 km.
from $13.24
Bus
7 h 36 min
226 km.
from $14
Train
9 h 8 min
226 km.
from $10.04
Plane
3 h 41 min
226 km.
from $281.30

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 Matara to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21
Train from Fort Station to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.41–$4.57

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.93

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 Polonnaruwa?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs $3.37 - $14.13 and takes 9h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Polonnaruwa is to drive and fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $239.13 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Polonnaruwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Polonnaruwa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Matara to Polonnaruwa?

The distance between Matara and Polonnaruwa is 371 km. The road distance is 349 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 7h 36m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Matara to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Polonnaruwa bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Polonnaruwa?

The best way to get from Matara to Polonnaruwa is to bus which takes 7h 36m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.37 - $14.13 and takes 9h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $250 - $597.83 and takes 23h 38m.

Where does the Matara to Polonnaruwa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Polonnaruwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Polonnaruwa is 349 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Matara to Polonnaruwa.

Where can I stay near Polonnaruwa?

There are 117+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa. Prices start at $6.87 per night.
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