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One way to Travel from Matara to Kegalle

Composite routes from Matara to Kegalle

Cheapest
2 h 43 min
Car
210 km.
from $11

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$482.74

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Matara to Makumbura
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.41
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kegalle
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Kegalle is to bus which costs $1.96 - $3.48 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Kegalle is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 20m and costs $293.48 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Kegalle via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Matara to Kegalle?

The distance between Matara and Kegalle is 216 km. The road distance is 211 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Kegalle without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h and costs $40.22 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Matara to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Kegalle bus from?

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

Where does the Matara to Kegalle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Kegalle is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Matara to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 79+ hotels available in Kegalle. Prices start at $14.28 per night.
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