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5 h 11 min
332 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Welikanda to Matara

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Cheapest
By car (332 km)
5 h 11 min
332 km.
from $18
Other
Rideshare
5 h 11 min
332 km.
from $12.63
Taxi, Plane (Taxi to Sigiriya Airport)
3 h 53 min
235 km.
from $481.11
Train
10 h 2 min
234 km.
from $8.59
Bus
7 h 2 min
234 km.
from $22.80
Train, Bus
8 h 52 min
234 km.
from $6.70
Taxi, Plane (Taxi to Kandy)
4 h 3 min
235 km.
from $406.60
Taxi, Plane (Taxi to Batticaloa Airport)
4 h 11 min
235 km.
from $326.11
Train, bus via Colombo, Train, bus via Colombo
8 h 58 min
234 km.
from $3.96

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:
$317.59–$698.70
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$1,079.81

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Welikanda to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
5h 39m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.84
Train from Welikanda to Fort
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.84
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 Polonnaruwa to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$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 Welikanda to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Welikanda to Matara is to train which costs $2.28 - $13.04 and takes 10h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welikanda to Matara is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $336.96 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct train between Welikanda and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Welikanda to Matara. However, there are services departing from Welikanda and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

How far is it from Welikanda to Matara?

The distance between Welikanda and Matara is 396 km. The road distance is 332.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Welikanda to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $14.13 - $17.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Welikanda to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welikanda to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Welikanda to Matara?

The best way to get from Welikanda to Matara is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $14.13 - $17.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.28 - $13.04 and takes 10h 2m.

Where does the Welikanda to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welikanda to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Welikanda to Matara is 332 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Welikanda 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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