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3 h 52 min
282 km.
from $15
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Five ways to Travel from Matara to Dambulla

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Cheapest
By car (282 km)
3 h 52 min
282 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 52 min
282 km.
from $10.73
Bus
7 h 3 min
212 km.
from $4.98
Train
9 h 5 min
212 km.
from $18.30
Plane
2 h 55 min
211 km.
from $272.07

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$584.37
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Matara to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42
Train from Maradana to Awukana
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.56

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Dambulla is to bus which costs $2.61 - $4.67 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Dambulla is to drive and fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $228.26 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Dambulla via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Matara to Dambulla?

The distance between Matara and Dambulla is 304 km. The road distance is 283 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Dambulla without a car is to bus which takes 7h 3m and costs $2.61 - $4.67 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Matara to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Dambulla bus from?

Matara to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Dambulla?

The best way to get from Matara to Dambulla is to bus which takes 7h 3m and costs $2.61 - $4.67 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $19.57 and takes 9h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $239.13 - $543.48 and takes 22h 53m.

Where does the Matara to Dambulla bus arrive?

Matara to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Matara to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Dambulla is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Matara to Dambulla.

Which airlines fly from Koggala Airport to Sigiriya Airport Airport?

Cinnamon Air offers flights from Koggala Airport to Sigiriya Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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