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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Pothuhera is to bus which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1700 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Pothuhera is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 17m and costs Rs. 23000 - Rs. 95000.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Pothuhera?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Pothuhera. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Pothuhera via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Matara to Pothuhera?

The distance between Matara and Pothuhera is 241 km. The road distance is 217.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Pothuhera without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Matara to Pothuhera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Pothuhera train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Pothuhera?

The best way to get from Matara to Pothuhera is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Matara to Pothuhera train arrive?

Matara to Pothuhera train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Matara to Pothuhera?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Pothuhera is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Matara to Pothuhera.

Where can I stay near Pothuhera?

There are 121+ hotels available in Pothuhera.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Matara to Pothuhera by plane, taxi, 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.

Fly from Koggala, taxi
best
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Pothuherataxi
2h 17m
Rs 23,033–91,021
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Maradana to Pothuheratrain Colombo
5h 59m
Rs 1,440–7,707
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegalabus 57 / ...
5h 7m
Rs 1,452–1,688
Drive 217.9 km
1. Drive from Matara to Pothuheracar 217.9 km
2h 53m
Rs 9,184–13,266
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Pothuherataxi 217.9 km
2h 53m
Rs 33,000–40,000
Taxi to Weerawila International Airport, fly, taxi
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
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Pothuherataxi
3h 37m
Rs 29,504–103,078

Matara to Pothuhera by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 59mAverage Duration

Rs 1,440Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Matara to Pothuhera.

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Distance: 241.3 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Matara Bus Station to Pothuhera via Fort Station, Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, and Kurunegala in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matara to Pothuhera via Maradana in around 5h 59m.

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