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

The cheapest way to get from Koggala to Matale is to train which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 9000 and takes 9h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Koggala to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 13m and costs Rs. 60000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct train between Koggala and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Koggala to Matale. However, there are services departing from Koggala and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Koggala to Matale?

The distance between Koggala and Matale is 348 km. The road distance is 253.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Koggala to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Koggala to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Koggala to Matale train from?

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

Train or bus from Koggala to Matale?

The best way to get from Koggala to Matale is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 9000 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Koggala to Matale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Koggala to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Koggala to Matale is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Koggala to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1240+ hotels available in Matale.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Koggala to Matale by taxi, plane, bus, train, 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.

Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Koggala 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 32m
Rs 64,261–188,281
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koggala to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
9h 13m
Rs 1,528–8,816
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ahangama to ibbagamuwabus
6h 40m
Rs 3,458–6,296
Drive 253.1 km
1. Drive from Koggala to Matalecar 253.1 km
3h 48m
Rs 10,716–15,478
Taxi, fly to Kandy
1. Take the taxi from Koggala to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
3h 13m
Rs 61,561–186,281
Taxi, fly to Hatton
1. Take the taxi from Koggala to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
3. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Mataletaxi
4h 18m
Rs 64,561–190,081
Bus via Kaduwela
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kaduwelabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Kaduwela to Kandybus 17
9h 5m
Rs 2,129–5,837

Koggala to Matale by train

5Weekly Trains

9h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 1,528Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 348.1 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Ahangama to ibbagamuwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,336 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Koggala to Matale via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 9h 13m.

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