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Matara to Puttalam

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3 h 57 min
280 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Matara to Puttalam

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Cheapest
By car (280 km)
3 h 57 min
280 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 57 min
280 km.
from $10.65
Plane, Taxi
3 h 6 min
244 km.
from $644.74
Train
8 h 47 min
244 km.
from $6.35
Bus
5 h 50 min
244 km.
Taxi, Plane
4 h 13 min
243 km.
from $545.41

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:
$266.78–$457.33
Plane from Weerawila International Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.18–$584.37

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 Colombo Fort to Noor
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Puttalam is to train which costs $1.52 - $9.78 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Puttalam is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 6m and costs $358.70 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Noor Nagar via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Matara to Puttalam?

The distance between Matara and Puttalam is 277 km. The road distance is 280.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Matara to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Puttalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Puttalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Matara to Puttalam is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $9.78 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Matara to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Puttalam train arrive?

Matara to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Matara to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Puttalam is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Matara to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 97+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.65 per night.
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