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

The cheapest way to get from Aluthgama to Matale is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aluthgama to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 50m and costs Rs. 40000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct train between Aluthgama and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Aluthgama to Matale. However, there are services departing from Aluthgama and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Aluthgama to Matale?

The distance between Aluthgama and Matale is 205 km. The road distance is 194.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Aluthgama to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Aluthgama to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aluthgama to Matale train from?

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

Train or bus from Aluthgama to Matale?

The best way to get from Aluthgama to Matale is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Aluthgama to Matale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aluthgama to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Aluthgama to Matale is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Aluthgama to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1268+ hotels available in Matale.

Aluthgama to Matale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Aluthgama to Matale by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aluthgama to ibbagamuwa
4h 4m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aluthgama to Fort StationBeliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to MataleColombo
7h 12m
Rs 2,521–7,236
Drive 194.8 km
1. Drive from Aluthgama to Matale194.8 km
3h 12m
Rs 8,163–11,791
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Aluthgama to Colombo-Airport-CMB
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)CMB - KDW
2h 50m
Rs 40,668–123,953
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aluthgama to MoratuwaBeliatta
2. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Kandy17
5h 55m
Rs 3,063–4,720

Aluthgama to Matale by train

3Weekly Trains

7h 12mAverage Duration

Rs 2,521Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.8 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Aluthgama, Western, Sri Lanka and Matale, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Aluthgama to ibbagamuwa once daily, and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aluthgama to Matale via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 7h 12m.

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