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

The cheapest way to get from Bentota to Matale is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bentota to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 52m and costs Rs. 41000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct train between Bentota and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Bentota to Matale. However, there are services departing from Bentota and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Bentota to Matale?

The distance between Bentota and Matale is 205 km. The road distance is 196.2 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Bentota to Matale train from?

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

Train or bus from Bentota to Matale?

The best way to get from Bentota to Matale is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Bentota to Matale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bentota to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bentota to Matale is 196 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Bentota to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Matale.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bentota 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 Bentota to Fort StationBeliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to MataleColombo
7h 21m
Rs 2,522–7,238
Drive 196.2 km
1. Drive from Bentota to Matale196.2 km
3h 14m
Rs 8,267–11,941
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Bentota to Colombo-Airport-CMB
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)CMB - KDW
2h 52m
Rs 41,057–129,412
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bentota to MoratuwaBeliatta
2. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Kandy17
6h 4m
Rs 3,064–4,722

Bentota to Matale by train

3Weekly Trains

7h 21mAverage Duration

Rs 2,522Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 204.8 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Bentota, 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 Bentota to Matale via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 7h 21m.

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