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153 km.
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153 km.
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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

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $7.61 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs $293.48 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matara Bus Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matara and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct flight between Matara and Colombo?

Yes, there are direct flights between Matara and Colombo; these take 35 min and cost $228.26 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Matara to Colombo?

The distance between Matara and Colombo is 155 km. The road distance is 151.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $1.30 - $2.39 .

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

The bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Matara to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Colombo?

The best way to get from Matara to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $1.30 - $2.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $7.61 and takes 4h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $293.48 - $478.26 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Matara to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Colombo is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Matara to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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