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

The cheapest way to get from Wattala to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wattala to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Wattala and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Wattala to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Wattala and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Wattala and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Wattala to Matara. However, there are services departing from Hunupitiya and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Wattala to Matara?

The distance between Wattala and Matara is 168 km. The road distance is 158.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Wattala to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Wattala to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wattala to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wattala to Matara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wattala to Matara?

The best way to get from Wattala to Matara is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 7500 and takes 4h 44m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Wattala to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wattala to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wattala to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Wattala to Matara is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Wattala to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Matara.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Wattala 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 Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 10m
Rs 530–580
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
4h 44m
Rs 520–7,467
Drive 158.1 km
1. Drive from Wattala to Mataracar 158.1 km
1h 58m
Rs 6,691–9,664
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wattala to Matarataxi 158.1 km
1h 58m
Rs 43,000–55,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
3h 56m
Rs 22,440–140,347

Wattala to Matara by train

14Weekly Trains

4h 44mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 168.5 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Wattala, 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 Maradana to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 3h 23m.

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