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

The cheapest way to get from Haputhale to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Haputhale to Matara is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Haputhale and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Haputhale to Matara. However, there are services departing from Haputale and arriving at Matara via Kottawa and Makumbura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Haputhale and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Haputhale to Matara. However, there are services departing from Haputale and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Haputhale to Matara?

The distance between Haputhale and Matara is 309 km. The road distance is 176.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Haputhale to Matara without a car is to bus via Kesbewa which takes 7h 27m and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 5200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Haputhale to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Haputhale to Matara bus from?

Haputhale to Matara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Haputale station.

Where do I catch the Haputhale to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Haputhale to Matara?

The best way to get from Haputhale to Matara is to bus via Kesbewa which takes 7h 27m and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 5200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 13000 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Haputhale to Matara bus arrive?

Haputhale to Matara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Kottawa station.

Where does the Haputhale to Matara train arrive?

Haputhale to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Haputhale to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Haputhale to Matara is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Haputhale to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Matara.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Haputhale to Matara by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus via Kesbewa
best
1. Take the bus from Haputale to Kottawabus Badulla-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Makumbura to Matarabus Ex 1-1
7h 27m
Rs 4,795–5,163
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Haputale to Maradanatrain Badulla
2. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
12h 21m
Rs 1,619–12,654
Drive 176.7 km
1. Drive from Haputhale to Mataracar 176.7 km
2h 40m
Rs 7,430–10,732
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Haputhale to Matarataxi 176.7 km
2h 40m
Rs 27,000–33,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haputale to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara Bus Stationbus Ex 1-18
7h 50m
Rs 2,769–2,937
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Haputale to Polgahawelatrain Badulla
2. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Matarabus
12h 25m
Rs 2,636–6,698

Haputhale to Matara by train

12Weekly Trains

12h 21mAverage Duration

Rs 1,619Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Haputhale to Matara.

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Distance: 308.5 km
Duration: 7h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Haputale to Matara via Kottawa and Makumbura in around 7h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Haputale to Matara via Maradana in around 12h 21m.

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