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

The cheapest way to get from Hendala to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hendala to Matara is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Hendala and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Hendala to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Oliyamulla Bus stop and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hendala and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Hendala to Matara. However, there are services departing from Hunupitiya and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Hendala to Matara?

The distance between Hendala and Matara is 166 km. The road distance is 159.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hendala to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Hendala to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hendala to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hendala to Matara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hendala to Matara?

The best way to get from Hendala to Matara is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 4h 44m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 150000 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Hendala to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hendala to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hendala to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Hendala to Matara is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Hendala to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 573+ hotels available in Matara.

Hendala to Matara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Hendala 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 Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 5m
Rs 530–580
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
4h 44m
Rs 520–7,467
Drive 159.7 km
1. Drive from Hendala to Mataracar 159.7 km
2h 1m
Rs 6,847–9,890
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hendala to Matarataxi 159.7 km
2h 1m
Rs 43,000–55,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
3h 57m
Rs 22,647–140,592

Hendala to Matara by train

14Weekly Trains

4h 44mAverage Duration

Rs 520Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 165.6 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Hendala, Sri Lanka and Matara, 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 Maradana to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 23m.

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