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How to get fromDambulla to Mataleby bus, train, car or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dambulla to Matale by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus bus
    2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Mataletrain train Colombo
    6h 6m

  2. Drive 46.8 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Dambulla to Matalecar car 46.8 km
    49 min
    Rs 2,001–2,890

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Mataletaxi taxi 46.8 km
    49 min
    Rs 2,600–3,200

  4. Bus, train via Dambulla

    1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus bus Trincomalee-Colombo
    2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Mataletrain train Colombo
    6h 16m
    Rs 3,359–4,873

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Dambulla, Sri Lanka and Matale, Sri Lanka?

There is no direct connection from Dambulla to Matale. However, you can take the bus to Polgahawela, walk to Polgahawela, then take the train to Matale. Alternatively, you can drive from Dambulla to Matale in around 49 min.

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