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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Chilaw is to train which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Chilaw is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 3m and costs Rs. 26000 - Rs. 95000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Chilaw via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Chilaw via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Matara to Chilaw?

The distance between Matara and Chilaw is 223 km. The road distance is 226.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Chilaw without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Matara to Chilaw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Chilaw bus from?

Matara to Chilaw bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Chilaw train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Chilaw?

The best way to get from Matara to Chilaw is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Matara to Chilaw bus arrive?

Matara to Chilaw bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Matara to Chilaw train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Chilaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Chilaw is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Matara to Chilaw.

Where can I stay near Chilaw?

There are 56+ hotels available in Chilaw.

Matara to Chilaw - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Matara to Chilaw by plane, taxi, 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.

Fly from Koggala, taxi
best
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)KCT - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Chilaw
2h 3m
Rs 26,833–91,621
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to MaradanaBeliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to ChilawColombo
7h 26m
Rs 1,440–7,607
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort StationMatara
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Chilaw
5h 10m
Drive 226.2 km
1. Drive from Matara to Chilaw226.2 km
2h 57m
Rs 9,518–13,748
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Chilaw226.2 km
2h 57m
Rs 34,000–42,000
Taxi to Weerawila International Airport, fly, taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)WRZ - CMB
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Chilaw
3h 23m
Rs 33,303–98,676

Matara to Chilaw by train

19Weekly Trains

7h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 1,440Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 223.2 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Chilaw, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Matara Bus Station to Chilaw via Fort Station and Pettah in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matara to Chilaw via Colombo Fort in around 7h 26m.

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