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How to Travel from

Matara to Nuwara Eliya

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Matara
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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$355.70
Plane from Koggala to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$457.33

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 Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.92

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.67

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs $2.61 - $4.89 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Matara and Nuwara Eliya is 283 km. The road distance is 225.9 km.

How do I travel from Matara to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $2.61 - $4.89 .

How long does it take to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Matara to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

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

Where does the Matara to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Nuwara Eliya is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Matara to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 740+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya. Prices start at $90.72 per night.
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