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4 h 1 min
283 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Puttalam to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (283 km)
4 h 1 min
283 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
4 h 1 min
283 km.
from $10.77
Bus
4 h 55 min
244 km.
Train
8 h 51 min
244 km.
from $6.54
Taxi, Plane
3 h 47 min
244 km.
from $542.63

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Puttalam to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79
Train from Maradana to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Puttalam to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day

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 Puttalam to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Matara is to train which costs $1.52 - $10.33 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Matara is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $293.48 - $500 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Matara. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Matara?

The distance between Puttalam and Matara is 302 km. The road distance is 283.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Puttalam to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Matara bus from?

Puttalam to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Puttalam station.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Matara?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Matara is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $10.33 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Puttalam to Matara bus arrive?

Puttalam to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Puttalam to Matara train arrive?

Puttalam to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Matara is 284 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Puttalam to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3026+ hotels available in Matara. Prices start at $15.72 per night.
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