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Trincomalee to Matara

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5 h 37 min
393 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Trincomalee to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (393 km)
5 h 37 min
393 km.
from $21
Other
Rideshare
5 h 37 min
393 km.
from $14.95
Bus via Dambulla
9 h 20 min
302 km.
from $17.17
Train
12 h 53 min
302 km.
from $8.74
Bus, Plane
6 h 27 min
301 km.
from $473.04
Bus
10 h
302 km.
from $9.11
Taxi, Plane
5 h 29 min
301 km.
from $372.75
Train, Plane
9 h 21 min
301 km.
from $389.42

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$597.83
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$260.87–$923.91
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$423.91

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Trincomalee to Fort
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$5.22
Train from Maradana to Matara
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21
Train from Trincomalee to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.09–$3.59

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Trincomalee to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.83
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.93
Bus from Trincomalee to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$8.70

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Trincomalee to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.92–$1.74
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.28
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.41–$2.50
Bus from Trincomalee to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.28–$4.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Matara is to train which costs $2.28 - $13.04 and takes 12h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Matara is to taxi and fly and drive which takes 5h 29m and costs $326.09 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Trincomalee and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Trincomalee to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Dambulla and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Trincomalee and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Trincomalee to Matara. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.

How far is it from Trincomalee to Matara?

The distance between Trincomalee and Matara is 416 km. The road distance is 393.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Matara without a car is to bus via Dambulla which takes 9h 20m and costs $3.59 - $18.48 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Trincomalee to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Trincomalee to Matara?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Matara is to bus via Dambulla which takes 9h 20m and costs $3.59 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.28 - $13.04 and takes 12h 53m.

Where does the Trincomalee to Matara bus arrive?

Trincomalee to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Trincomalee to Matara train arrive?

Trincomalee to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Trincomalee to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Trincomalee to Matara is 394 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Trincomalee 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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