What is the cheapest way to get from Matale to Fort Station?

The cheapest way to get from Matale to Fort Station is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matale to Fort Station?

The fastest way to get from Matale to Fort Station is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct train between Matale and Fort Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matale and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Matale to Fort Station?

The distance between Matale and Fort Station is 139 km. The road distance is 138.9 km.

How do I travel from Matale to Fort Station without a car?

The best way to get from Matale to Fort Station without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200.

How long does it take to get from Matale to Fort Station?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Matale to Fort Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matale to Fort Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Matale to Fort Station?

The best way to get from Matale to Fort Station is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Matale to Fort Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matale to Fort Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Matale to Fort Station is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Matale to Fort Station.

Where can I stay near Fort Station?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Fort Station.

Matale to Fort Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Matale to Fort Station 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
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
3h 37m
Rs 1,823–2,134
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matale to Colombo Forttrain Matale
4h 26m
Rs 1,300–3,100
Drive 138.9 km
1. Drive from Matale to Fort Stationcar 138.9 km
2h 25m
Rs 6,076–8,776
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matale to Fort Stationtaxi 138.9 km
2h 25m
Rs 38,000–46,000

Matale to Fort Station by train

7Weekly Trains

4h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.9 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Matale, Sri Lanka and Fort Station, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matale to Colombo Fort once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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