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

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 1582 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Matara is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 27000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dambulla and arriving at Matara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Matara?

The distance between Dambulla and Matara is 317 km. The road distance is 286.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dambulla to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Dambulla to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Matara bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Dambulla to Matara?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Matara is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 90000 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Dambulla to Matara bus arrive?

Dambulla to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Matara is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Dambulla to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 4023+ hotels available in Matara.

Dambulla to Matara - 8 ways to travel via plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Dambulla to Matara by plane, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)plane GIU - WRZ
2. Take the taxi from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Matarataxi
2h 42m
Rs 26,979–105,158
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Matarabus
6h 9m
Rs 1,582
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus Ex 1-22
5h 10m
Rs 2,731–2,907
Drive 286.5 km
1. Drive from Dambulla to Mataracar 286.5 km
3h 44m
Rs 12,143–17,540
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Matarataxi 286.5 km
3h 44m
Rs 44,000–55,000
Fly Sigiriya Airport to Koggala
1. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT)plane GIU - KCT
4h 8m
Rs 11,779–88,658
Taxi to Kandy, fly to Koggala
1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Kandy (KDW)taxi
2. Fly from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT)plane KDW - KCT
4h 25m
Rs 14,833–87,857
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus Ex 1-22
5h 16m

Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) flights

7Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

Rs 10,480Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dambulla to Matara.

Launch map view

Distance: 317.2 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Dambulla to Matara via Kadawatha in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT) once daily.

Airlines