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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matara Bus Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matara and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Matara to Colombo?

The distance between Matara and Colombo is 152 km. The road distance is 150.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570.

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

The bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Matara to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Colombo?

The best way to get from Matara to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 5000 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Matara to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Colombo is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Matara to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1439+ hotels available in Colombo.

Matara to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Matara to Colombo 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 Matara Bus Station to Fort StationMatara
2h 35m
Rs 520–570
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort StationBeliatta
4h 8m
Rs 240–5,000
Drive 150.7 km
1. Drive from Matara to Colombo150.7 km
1h 54m
Rs 6,233–9,003
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Colombo150.7 km
1h 54m
Rs 41,000–49,000

Matara to Colombo by train

12Weekly Trains

4h 8mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.7 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 520–570 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matara to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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