What is the cheapest way to get from Slave Island to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Slave Island to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Slave Island to Matara?

The fastest way to get from Slave Island to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Slave Island and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Matara Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Slave Island and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Matara. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Slave Island to Matara?

The distance between Slave Island and Matara is 155 km. The road distance is 152 km.

How do I travel from Slave Island to Matara without a car?

The best way to get from Slave Island to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580.

How long does it take to get from Slave Island to Matara?

The bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Slave Island to Matara bus from?

Slave Island to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Fort Station.

Where do I catch the Slave Island to Matara train from?

Slave Island to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Slave Island to Matara?

The best way to get from Slave Island to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 5000 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Slave Island to Matara bus arrive?

Slave Island to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Slave Island to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Slave Island to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Slave Island to Matara is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Slave Island to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3611+ hotels available in Matara.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus StationColombo
2h 35m
Rs 530–580
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to MataraMaradana
3h 13m
Rs 240–5,000
Drive 152 km
1. Drive from Slave Island to Matara152 km
1h 55m
Rs 6,403–9,249
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Slave Island to Matara152 km
1h 55m
Rs 41,000–50,000

Slave Island to Matara by train

34Weekly Trains

3h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 155.1 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Slave Island, Sri Lanka and Matara, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Matara 5 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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