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Batticaloa to Matara

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4 h 56 min
318 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Batticaloa to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (318 km)
4 h 56 min
318 km.
from $17
Other
Rideshare
4 h 56 min
318 km.
from $12.10
Bus, Plane
2 h 59 min
232 km.
from $313.28
Train
11 h 34 min
232 km.
from $9.48
Bus
8 h 20 min
232 km.
from $14.07
Train, Bus
10 h 24 min
232 km.
from $7.57
Train, Plane
6 h 48 min
232 km.
from $466.64
Train, bus via Colombo, Train, bus via Colombo
10 h 30 min
232 km.
from $4.37

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$1,079.81
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 Batticaloa to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
7h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62
Train from Batticaloa to Habarana
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.95–$2.92
Train from Batticaloa to Fort
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62
Train from Maradana to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Batticaloa to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$9.27

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 Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Matara is to train which costs $2.61 - $14.13 and takes 11h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Matara is to fly and drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $282.61 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Batticaloa and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Batticaloa to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Batticaloa and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Batticaloa to Matara. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Matara?

The distance between Batticaloa and Matara is 391 km. The road distance is 315.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Batticaloa to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Matara bus from?

Batticaloa to Matara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Batticaloa station.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Batticaloa to Matara?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Matara is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $14.13 and takes 11h 34m.

Where does the Batticaloa to Matara bus arrive?

Batticaloa to Matara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Pettah station.

Where does the Batticaloa to Matara train arrive?

Batticaloa to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Matara is 315 km. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Batticaloa 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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