What is the cheapest way to get from Matara to Ja-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Ja-Ela is to train which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 7500 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara to Ja-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Matara to Ja-Ela is to drive which takes 2h and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Ja-Ela?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Ja-Ela via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Ja-Ela?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Ja-ela via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Matara to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Matara and Ja-Ela is 298 km. The road distance is 163.3 km.

How do I travel from Matara to Ja-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Matara to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Matara to Ja-Ela?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Matara to Ja-Ela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Ja-Ela bus from?

Matara to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Ja-Ela train from?

Matara to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Matara to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 7500 and takes 5h 59m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 90000 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Matara to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Ja-Ela train arrive?

Matara to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Matara to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Ja-Ela is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Matara to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Matara to Ja-Ela by taxi, plane, 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.

Taxi to Weerawila International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)taxi
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
2h 11m
Rs 26,704–104,778
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Maradanatrain Beliatta
5h 59m
Rs 840–7,509
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Ja-Elabus
4h 14m
Drive 163.3 km
1. Drive from Matara to Ja-Elacar 163.3 km
2h
Rs 6,903–9,971
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Ja-Elataxi 163.3 km
2h
Rs 25,000–30,000
Fly from Koggala
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
3h 12m
Rs 11,736–88,591

Matara to Ja-Ela by train

24Weekly Trains

5h 59mAverage Duration

Rs 840Cheapest Price

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Distance: 298.2 km
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Matara Bus Station to Ja-Ela via Fort Station and Pettah in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matara to Maradana 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 4h 13m.

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