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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Pettah to Matara Bus Station

Composite routes from Pettah to Matara Bus Station

Cheapest
2 h 1 min
Car
159 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station is to train which costs $1 - $7.61 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Pettah and Matara Bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Matara Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Pettah and Matara Bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Matara. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Pettah to Matara Bus Station?

The distance between Pettah and Matara Bus Station is 156 km. The road distance is 159.3 km.

How do I travel from Pettah to Matara Bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $1.30 - $2.39 .

How long does it take to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station?

The bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Matara Bus Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pettah to Matara Bus Station train from?

Pettah to Matara Bus Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Pettah to Matara Bus Station?

The best way to get from Pettah to Matara Bus Station is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $1.30 - $2.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $7.61 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Pettah to Matara Bus Station bus arrive?

Pettah to Matara Bus Station bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Pettah and Matara Bus Station?

It is currently 16:48 at both, Pettah and Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Pettah to Matara Bus Station train arrive?

Pettah to Matara Bus Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Matara station.

Can I drive from Pettah to Matara Bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Pettah to Matara Bus Station is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Pettah to Matara Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Matara Bus Station?

There are 3005+ hotels available in Matara Bus Station. Prices start at $15.72 per night.
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