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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Wattala is to bus which costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Wattala is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Wattala?

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

Is there a direct train between Matara and Wattala?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Wattala. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Hunupitiya via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Matara to Wattala?

The distance between Matara and Wattala is 163 km. The road distance is 155.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Wattala without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Matara to Wattala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Wattala bus from?

Matara to Wattala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Wattala train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Wattala?

The best way to get from Matara to Wattala is to bus which takes 4h and costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 490 - Rs. 7500 and takes 5h 35m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 17000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Matara to Wattala bus arrive?

Matara to Wattala bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Matara to Wattala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Wattala?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Wattala is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Matara to Wattala.

Where can I stay near Wattala?

There are 1690+ hotels available in Wattala.

Matara to Wattala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Matara to Wattala 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 Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
4h
Rs 520–570
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Maradanatrain Beliatta
5h 35m
Rs 490–7,509
Drive 155.2 km
1. Drive from Matara to Wattalacar 155.2 km
1h 55m
Rs 6,568–9,487
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Wattalataxi 155.2 km
1h 55m
Rs 42,000–55,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
3h 19m
Rs 17,336–95,991

Matara to Wattala by train

19Weekly Trains

5h 35mAverage Duration

Rs 490Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 163.4 km
Duration: 4h

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 520–570 and the journey takes 2h 35m. 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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