What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matale?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matale is to train which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matale?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matale is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs Rs. 21000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Matale. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Matale via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Matale?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Matale is 145 km. The road distance is 120.1 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Matale without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Matale without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Matale?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Ja-Ela to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Matale train from?

Ja-Ela to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train or fly from Ja-Ela to Matale?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Matale is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs Rs. 21000 - Rs. 140000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Matale train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Matale station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Matale is 120 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ja-Ela to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Matale.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Matale by plane, bus, taxi, train, or car

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Fly to Kandy
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 33m
Rs 21,257–137,458
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ragama to Mataletrain Colombo
5h 40m
Rs 2,372–5,823
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to ibbagamuwabus
3. Take the taxi from ibbagamuwa to Mataletaxi
4h 32m
Drive 120.1 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Matalecar 120.1 km
2h 16m
Rs 5,283–7,630
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Mataletaxi 120.1 km
2h 16m
Rs 33,000–39,000
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Mataletaxi
1h 44m
Rs 23,357–138,758
Fly to Hatton, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Mataletaxi
2h 35m
Rs 23,657–130,558

Ja-Ela to Matale by train

5Weekly Trains

5h 40mAverage Duration

Rs 2,372Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.3 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Matale, Sri Lanka?

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Matale 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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