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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Ragama is to bus via Fort Station which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 3100 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Ragama is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Ragama?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Ragama. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Ragama via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Matara to Ragama?

The distance between Matara and Ragama is 158 km. The road distance is 155.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Ragama without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Matara to Ragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Ragama train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Ragama?

The best way to get from Matara to Ragama is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 7500 and takes 4h 52m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 16000 - Rs. 90000 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Matara to Ragama train arrive?

Matara to Ragama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Matara to Ragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Ragama is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Matara to Ragama.

Where can I stay near Ragama?

There are 2244+ hotels available in Ragama.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Matara to Ragama 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 to Kadawathabus Ex 1-22
2h 10m
Rs 1,925–2,372
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
4h 52m
Rs 890–7,282
Drive 155.7 km
1. Drive from Matara to Ragamacar 155.7 km
1h 49m
Rs 6,590–9,518
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Ragamataxi 155.7 km
1h 49m
Rs 42,000–55,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
3h 22m
Rs 16,336–89,991
Bus via Fort Station
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
3h 55m
Rs 1,012–3,068

Matara to Ragama by train

5Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

Rs 890Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara to Kadawatha hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matara to Bambalapitiya 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 240–4,800 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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