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

The cheapest way to get from Moratuwa to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Moratuwa to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Moratuwa and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Moratuwa and arriving at Matara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Moratuwa and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Moratuwa and arriving at Matara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Moratuwa to Matara?

The distance between Moratuwa and Matara is 138 km. The road distance is 134.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Moratuwa to Matara without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Moratuwa to Matara takes 2h 48m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Moratuwa to Matara bus from?

Moratuwa to Matara bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Moratuwa station.

Where do I catch the Moratuwa to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Moratuwa to Matara?

The best way to get from Moratuwa to Matara is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Moratuwa to Matara bus arrive?

Moratuwa to Matara bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Matara station.

Where does the Moratuwa to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Moratuwa to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Moratuwa to Matara is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Moratuwa to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3927+ hotels available in Matara.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Moratuwa to Matara by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Moratuwa to Mataratrain Maradana
2h 48m
Rs 240–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Matarabus
2h 48m
Rs 850–1,200
Drive 134.3 km
1. Drive from Moratuwa to Mataracar 134.3 km
1h 52m
Rs 5,876–8,488
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Moratuwa to Matarataxi 134.3 km
1h 52m
Rs 36,000–44,000
Bus via Nugegoda
1. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
3h 17m
Rs 616–1,398

Moratuwa to Matara by train

19Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Moratuwa to Matara.

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Distance: 138.2 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Moratuwa to Matara 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Moratuwa to Matara once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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