What is the cheapest way to get from Weligama to Matale?

The cheapest way to get from Weligama to Matale is to train which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 9500 and takes 9h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Weligama to Matale?

The fastest way to get from Weligama to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 21m and costs Rs. 39000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct train between Weligama and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Weligama to Matale. However, there are services departing from Weligama and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Weligama to Matale?

The distance between Weligama and Matale is 300 km. The road distance is 261.9 km.

How do I travel from Weligama to Matale without a car?

The best way to get from Weligama to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 3900.

How long does it take to get from Weligama to Matale?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Weligama to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weligama to Matale train from?

Weligama to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Weligama station.

Train or bus from Weligama to Matale?

The best way to get from Weligama to Matale is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 9500 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Weligama to Matale train arrive?

Weligama to Matale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Weligama to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Weligama to Matale is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Weligama to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1251+ hotels available in Matale.

Weligama to Matale - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Weligama to Matale by taxi, plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Weligama to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
3h 21m
Rs 39,853–132,990
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Weligama to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
9h 33m
Rs 1,540–9,211
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weligama to ibbagamuwabus
5h 42m
Rs 3,382–3,882
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
8h 44m
Rs 4,468–8,399
Drive 261.9 km
1. Drive from Weligama to Matalecar 261.9 km
3h 56m
Rs 11,033–15,936
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Weligama to Mataletaxi 261.9 km
3h 56m
Rs 40,000–48,000

Weligama to Matale by train

3Weekly Trains

9h 33mAverage Duration

Rs 1,540Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.4 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Weligama, Sri Lanka and Matale, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Weligama to ibbagamuwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,383 and the journey takes 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Weligama to Matale via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 9h 33m.

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