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How to Travel from

Matara to Kandy

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
Train from Matara to Fort
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
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 Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Kandy is to train which costs $1.41 - $9.78 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Kandy is to drive and fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $315.22 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Kandy?

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

Is there a direct train between Matara and Kandy?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Kandy. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Kandy via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Matara to Kandy?

The distance between Matara and Kandy is 299 km. The road distance is 248.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Kandy without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 6m and costs $2.07 - $4.57 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Kandy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Kandy?

The best way to get from Matara to Kandy is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs $1.41 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.28 - $4.24 and takes 7h.

Where does the Matara to Kandy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Kandy is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Matara to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1167+ hotels available in Kandy. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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