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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Matara is to train which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Matara is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 47m and costs Rs. 30000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Matara. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Matara?

The distance between Chilaw and Matara is 244 km. The road distance is 229.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Chilaw to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Matara bus from?

Chilaw to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Chilaw station.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Chilaw to Matara?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Matara is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Chilaw to Matara bus arrive?

Chilaw to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Chilaw to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chilaw to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Matara is 230 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Chilaw to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Matara.

Chilaw to Matara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chilaw to Matara 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 Chilaw to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
4h 30m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chilaw to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
7h 29m
Rs 1,481–7,596
Drive 229.9 km
1. Drive from Chilaw to Mataracar 229.9 km
3h 2m
Rs 9,647–13,935
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chilaw to Matarataxi 229.9 km
3h 2m
Rs 35,000–42,000
Taxi, fly to Koggala
1. Take the taxi from Chilaw to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
2h 47m
Rs 30,715–131,709
Taxi, fly to Weerawila International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Chilaw to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)plane CMB - WRZ
3. Take the taxi from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Matarataxi
4h 7m
Rs 38,215–138,709

Chilaw to Matara by train

19Weekly Trains

7h 29mAverage Duration

Rs 1,481Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.2 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Chilaw, Sri Lanka and Matara, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Chilaw to Matara Bus Station via Pettah and Fort Station in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chilaw to Matara via Maradana in around 7h 29m.

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