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How to Travel from

Slave Island to Matara

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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:
$0.91–$8.16

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
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 Slave Island to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Slave Island to Matara is to train which costs $1 - $7.07 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Slave Island to Matara?

The fastest way to get from Slave Island to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Slave Island and Matara?

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 Slave Island and Matara?

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 Slave Island to Matara?

The distance between Slave Island and Matara is 156 km. The road distance is 152 km.

How do I travel from Slave Island to Matara without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Slave Island to Matara?

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

Where do I catch the Slave Island to Matara bus from?

Slave Island to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Fort Station.

Where do I catch the Slave Island to Matara train from?

Slave Island to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Slave Island to Matara?

The best way to get from Slave Island to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $1.30 - $2.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $7.07 and takes 3h 13m. There are no good options to fly between Slave Island to Matara.

Where does the Slave Island to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Slave Island to Matara train arrive?

Slave Island to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Matara station.

Can I drive from Slave Island to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Slave Island to Matara is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Slave Island to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3088+ hotels available in Matara. Prices start at $15.23 per night.
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