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

The cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 440 - Rs. 490 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Ratmalana and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratmalana to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Matara via Panadura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ratmalana and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Matara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Ratmalana to Matara?

The distance between Ratmalana and Matara is 143 km. The road distance is 142.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs Rs. 440 - Rs. 490.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ratmalana to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Ratmalana to Matara?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs Rs. 440 - Rs. 490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 4500 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Ratmalana to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ratmalana to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratmalana to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratmalana to Matara is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Ratmalana to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Matara.

Ratmalana to Matara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ratmalana to Matara by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
2h 38m
Rs 440–490
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ratmalana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 30m
Rs 240–4,500
Drive 142.6 km
1. Drive from Ratmalana to Mataracar 142.6 km
1h 47m
Rs 6,012–8,683
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratmalana to Matarataxi 142.6 km
1h 47m
Rs 39,000–47,000

Ratmalana to Matara by train

13Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Panadura to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 440–490 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ratmalana to Matara twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–4,500 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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