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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Matara is to train which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 9500 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Matara is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 49m and costs Rs. 26000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Matara. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Matara?

The distance between Puttalam and Matara is 296 km. The road distance is 283.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Puttalam to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Matara bus from?

Puttalam to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Puttalam station.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Matara?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Matara is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 9500 and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Puttalam to Matara bus arrive?

Puttalam to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Puttalam to Matara train arrive?

Puttalam to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Matara is 284 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Puttalam to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3860+ hotels available in Matara.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Puttalam to Matara 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 Puttalam to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
4h 55m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Puttalam to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
9h 38m
Rs 1,529–9,274
Drive 283.7 km
1. Drive from Puttalam to Mataracar 283.7 km
4h
Rs 11,932–17,235
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Matarataxi 283.7 km
4h
Rs 43,000–55,000
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Kandy (KDW)taxi
2. Fly from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT)plane KDW - KCT
3h 49m
Rs 26,924–105,773

Puttalam to Matara by train

22Weekly Trains

9h 38mAverage Duration

Rs 1,529Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 296.5 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Puttalam to Matara Bus Station via Pettah and Fort Station in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Puttalam to Matara via Maradana in around 9h 38m.

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