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Matara to Matale

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3 h 52 min
273 km.
from $15
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Eight ways to Travel from Matara to Matale

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Cheapest
By car (273 km)
3 h 52 min
273 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 52 min
273 km.
from $10.39
Plane (Drive)
3 h 23 min
168 km.
from $428.04
Train
9 h 56 min
168 km.
from $6.57
Bus
5 h 58 min
168 km.
from $20.91
Bus, Train
8 h 23 min
168 km.
from $3.15
Plane (Drive)
3 h 41 min
168 km.
from $282.39
Plane (Drive)
4 h 24 min
168 km.
from $385.65

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
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.30–$457.33

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Matale
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.02–$3.05
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
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 Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.95–$1.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Matale is to train which costs $1.63 - $10.33 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Matale is to drive and fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $315.22 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct train between Matara and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Matale. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Matara to Matale?

The distance between Matara and Matale is 311 km. The road distance is 274.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Matara to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Matale train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Matale?

The best way to get from Matara to Matale is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.63 - $10.33 and takes 9h 56m.

Where does the Matara to Matale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Matale is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Matara to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1034+ hotels available in Matale. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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