What is the cheapest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale?

The cheapest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 8000 and takes 8h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale?

The fastest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 4m and costs Rs. 28000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct train between Hikkaduwa and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Hikkaduwa to Matale. However, there are services departing from Hikkaduwa and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Hikkaduwa to Matale?

The distance between Hikkaduwa and Matale is 242 km. The road distance is 228.7 km.

How do I travel from Hikkaduwa to Matale without a car?

The best way to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikkaduwa to Matale train from?

Hikkaduwa to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Hikkaduwa station.

Train or bus from Hikkaduwa to Matale?

The best way to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 8000 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Hikkaduwa to Matale train arrive?

Hikkaduwa to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Hikkaduwa to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikkaduwa to Matale is 229 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Hikkaduwa to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Matale.

Hikkaduwa to Matale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale 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 Hikkaduwa to ibbagamuwabus
4h 49m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hikkaduwa to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
8h 5m
Rs 2,553–7,715
Drive 228.7 km
1. Drive from Hikkaduwa to Matalecar 228.7 km
3h 39m
Rs 9,615–13,888
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hikkaduwa to Mataletaxi 228.7 km
3h 39m
Rs 25,000–30,000
Taxi, fly to Kandy
1. Take the taxi from Hikkaduwa to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
3h 4m
Rs 28,752–129,871
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 2-3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
6h 56m
Rs 3,530–4,171
Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport
1. Take the taxi from Hikkaduwa to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Mataletaxi
3h 23m
Rs 31,452–131,871

Hikkaduwa to Matale by train

5Weekly Trains

8h 5mAverage Duration

Rs 2,553Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hikkaduwa to Matale.

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Distance: 242.2 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Hikkaduwa to ibbagamuwa once daily, and the journey takes 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hikkaduwa to Matale via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 8h 5m.

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