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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Talawakelle is to bus which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1500 and takes 8h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Talawakelle is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 42000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Talawakelle?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara to Talawakelle. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Talawakelle via Makabura and Kosgama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Talawakelle?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Talawakelle. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Talawakele via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Matara to Talawakelle?

The distance between Matara and Talawakelle is 284 km. The road distance is 209.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Talawakelle without a car is to bus via Kosgama Pahala which takes 7h 52m and costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 3700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Matara to Talawakelle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Talawakelle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Talawakelle train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Talawakelle?

The best way to get from Matara to Talawakelle is to bus via Kosgama Pahala which takes 7h 52m and costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 3700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 12000 and takes 10h 26m.

Where does the Matara to Talawakelle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Talawakelle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Talawakelle?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Talawakelle is 209 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Matara to Talawakelle.

Where can I stay near Talawakelle?

There are 969+ hotels available in Talawakelle.

Matara to Talawakelle - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Matara to Talawakelle 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, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
3h 10m
Rs 42,681–164,077
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Ex 1-18
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Talawakellebus
8h 25m
Rs 1,220–1,416
Bus via Kosgama Pahala
1. Take the bus from Matara to Makumburabus Ex 1-1
2. Take the bus from Kosgama to Talawakellebus
7h 52m
Rs 3,268–3,659
Train
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Talawakeletrain Colombo
10h 26m
Rs 1,540–11,453
Drive 209.2 km
1. Drive from Matara to Talawakellecar 209.2 km
3h 34m
Rs 8,836–12,763
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Talawakelletaxi 209.2 km
3h 34m
Rs 32,000–39,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matara to Panadurabus Matara
2. Take the bus from Kaduwela to Talawakellebus
7h 58m
Rs 1,287–1,495

Matara to Talawakelle by train

19Weekly Trains

10h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 1,540Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Matara to Talawakelle.

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Distance: 284.2 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Matara to Talawakelle via Makabura and Kosgama in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matara to Talawakele via Fort Station in around 10h 26m.

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