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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Matara Station is to bus which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Matara Station is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Matara Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Matara Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Matara Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Matara. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Colombo to Matara Station?

The distance between Colombo and Matara Station is 155 km. The road distance is 155.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Matara Station without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580.

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

The bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Matara Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Matara Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Matara Station?

The best way to get from Colombo to Matara Station is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 5000 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Colombo to Matara Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Matara Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Matara Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Matara Station is 156 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Colombo to Matara Station.

Where can I stay near Matara Station?

There are 3703+ hotels available in Matara Station.

Colombo to Matara Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Matara Station by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
2h 35m
Rs 530–580
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 31m
Rs 240–5,000
Drive 155.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Matara Stationcar 155.9 km
2h 2m
Rs 6,570–9,490
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Matara Stationtaxi 155.9 km
2h 2m
Rs 42,000–55,000

Colombo to Matara Station by train and foot

34Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 155.1 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Matara Station, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Matara 5 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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