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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Fort is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs Rs. 28000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Fort?

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 Fort?

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

How far is it from Matara to Fort?

The distance between Matara and Fort is 152 km. The road distance is 149.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Fort 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 Fort?

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 Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Fort train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Fort?

The best way to get from Matara to Fort 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, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 28000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Matara to Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Fort is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Matara to Fort.

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Fort.

Matara to Fort - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Matara to Fort by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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 Stationbus Matara
2h 35m
Rs 520–570
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
4h 8m
Rs 240–5,000
Drive 149.7 km
1. Drive from Matara to Fortcar 149.7 km
1h 54m
Rs 6,293–9,089
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Forttaxi 149.7 km
1h 54m
Rs 41,000–49,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
1h 34m
Rs 28,330–102,618

Matara to Fort by train

19Weekly Trains

4h 8mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 151.7 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Fort, Western, 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 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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