What is the cheapest way to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Nine Arch Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Ella via Makabura and Godagama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Nine Arch Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Ella via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge?

The distance between Matara and Nine Arch Bridge is 328 km. The road distance is 169.1 km.

How do I travel from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge without a car is to bus via Homagama which takes 8h 21m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 5300.

How long does it take to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Nine Arch Bridge bus from?

Matara to Nine Arch Bridge bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Nine Arch Bridge train from?

Matara to Nine Arch Bridge train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.

Train or bus from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge?

The best way to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge is to bus via Homagama which takes 8h 21m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 5300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 14000 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Matara to Nine Arch Bridge bus arrive?

Matara to Nine Arch Bridge bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Makumbura station.

Where does the Matara to Nine Arch Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Nine Arch Bridge is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge.

Where can I stay near Nine Arch Bridge?

There are 1483+ hotels available in Nine Arch Bridge.

Matara to Nine Arch Bridge - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge 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 via Homagama
best
1. Take the bus from Matara to Makumburabus Ex 1-1
2. Take the bus from Godagama to Ellabus Colombo-Badulla
8h 21m
Rs 4,768–5,209
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Ellatrain Colombo
14h 10m
Rs 1,540–13,953
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matara to Polgahawelabus
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Ellatrain Colombo
13h 34m
Rs 2,602–7,802
Drive 169.1 km
1. Drive from Matara to Nine Arch Bridgecar 169.1 km
2h 23m
Rs 7,263–10,491
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Nine Arch Bridgetaxi 169.1 km
2h 23m
Rs 26,000–31,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Ex 1-18
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ellabus Colombo-Badulla
8h 58m
Rs 2,720–2,966

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge.

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Distance: 327.9 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Nine Arch Bridge, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge via Makabura, Godagama, and Ella in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matara to Nine Arch Bridge via Fort Station and Ella in around 14h 10m.

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