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

The cheapest way to get from Bentota to Matale is to bus and train which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 4500 and takes 7h 42m.

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 56m and costs Rs. 43000 - Rs. 170000.

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 Aluthgama and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Bentota to Matale?

The distance between Bentota and Matale is 205 km. The road distance is 194.1 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 5m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m 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 Aluthgama station.

Train or bus from Bentota to Matale?

The best way to get from Bentota to Matale is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 12m.

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 194 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Bentota to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1276+ 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 ibbagamuwabus
4h 5m
Rs 2,903–3,695
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Panadura to Kandybus 17
2. Take the train from Kandy to Mataletrain Colombo
7h 42m
Rs 2,387–4,495
Train
1. Take the train from Aluthgama to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
7h 12m
Rs 2,521–5,994
Drive 194.1 km
1. Drive from Bentota to Matalecar 194.1 km
3h 11m
Rs 8,492–12,266
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Bentota to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2h 56m
Rs 43,058–164,415

Bentota to Matale by train

5Weekly Trains

7h 12mAverage Duration

Rs 2,521Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,200 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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