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Vavuniya to Matara

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5 h 50 min
390 km.
from $21
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Eight ways to Travel from Vavuniya to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (390 km)
5 h 50 min
390 km.
from $21
Other
Rideshare
5 h 50 min
390 km.
from $14.84
Train, Bus
7 h 16 min
310 km.
from $6.11
Train
8 h 44 min
310 km.
from $8.17
Bus
9 h 55 min
310 km.
from $7.24
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sigiriya Airport)
31 h 1 min
310 km.
from $544.21
Train, Plane
6 h 5 min
310 km.
from $389.16
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sigiriya Airport)
7 h 12 min
310 km.
from $467.03

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$393.81–$1,016.29
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Vavuniya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.21
Train from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42
Train from Vavuniya to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.08–$3.30

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
Bus from Vavuniya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.54–$5.39
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.92
Bus from Vavuniya to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Matara is to train which costs $2.17 - $13.04 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Matara is to drive which takes 5h 50m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Vavuniya to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Vavuniya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Matara via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Matara?

The distance between Vavuniya and Matara is 411 km. The road distance is 390.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Matara without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 16m and costs $2.72 - $7.07 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Vavuniya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Matara bus from?

Vavuniya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Vavuniya station.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Matara?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Matara is to bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $3.59 - $7.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $13.04 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Matara bus arrive?

Vavuniya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Vavuniya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Matara is 391 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Vavuniya 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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