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

The cheapest way to get from Welisara to Matara is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welisara to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Welisara and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Welisara to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Mahabage and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Welisara and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Welisara to Matara. However, there are services departing from Peralanda and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Welisara to Matara?

The distance between Welisara and Matara is 165 km. The road distance is 162.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Welisara to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Welisara to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welisara to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welisara to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Welisara to Matara?

The best way to get from Welisara to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 7500 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Welisara to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welisara to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welisara to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Welisara to Matara is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Welisara to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Matara.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Welisara to Matara by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Kadawatha to Matarabus Ex 1-22
2h 13m
Rs 2,769–3,236
Bus via Pettah
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 15m
Rs 530–580
Train
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
4h 58m
Rs 744–7,476
Drive 162.2 km
1. Drive from Welisara to Mataracar 162.2 km
1h 57m
Rs 6,879–9,936
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Welisara to Matarataxi 162.2 km
1h 57m
Rs 44,000–55,000

Welisara to Matara by train

19Weekly Trains

4h 58mAverage Duration

Rs 744Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Welisara to Matara.

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Distance: 164.9 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kadawatha to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 530–590 and the journey takes 2h 5m. 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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