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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Haputale is to bus which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 3000 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Haputale is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Haputale?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara to Haputale. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Haputale via Makabura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Haputale?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Haputale. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Haputale via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 42m.

How far is it from Matara to Haputale?

The distance between Matara and Haputale is 304 km. The road distance is 174.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Haputale without a car is to bus which takes 7h 36m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 3000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Matara to Haputale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Haputale bus from?

Matara to Haputale bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Haputale train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Haputale?

The best way to get from Matara to Haputale is to bus which takes 7h 36m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 14000 and takes 12h 42m.

Where does the Matara to Haputale bus arrive?

Matara to Haputale bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Makumbura station.

Where does the Matara to Haputale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Haputale?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Haputale is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Matara to Haputale.

Where can I stay near Haputale?

There are 1407+ hotels available in Haputale.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Matara to Haputale 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 to Makumburabus Ex 1-1
2. Take the bus from Makabura to Haputalebus Colombo-Passara
7h 36m
Rs 2,668–2,909
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Haputaletrain Colombo
12h 42m
Rs 1,540–13,453
Drive 174.3 km
1. Drive from Matara to Haputalecar 174.3 km
2h 41m
Rs 7,380–10,659
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Haputaletaxi 174.3 km
2h 41m
Rs 26,000–32,000

Matara to Haputale by train

19Weekly Trains

12h 42mAverage Duration

Rs 1,540Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Matara to Haputale.

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Distance: 303.7 km
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Haputale, Uva, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Matara to Haputale via Makabura in around 7h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matara to Haputale via Fort Station in around 12h 42m.

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