What is the cheapest way to get from Yala Junction to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Yala Junction to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3800 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yala Junction to Matara?

The fastest way to get from Yala Junction to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Yala Junction and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Yala Junction to Matara. However, there are services departing from Kalutara and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Yala Junction and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Yala Junction to Matara. However, there are services departing from Kalutara South and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Yala Junction to Matara?

The distance between Yala Junction and Matara is 154 km. The road distance is 116.5 km.

How do I travel from Yala Junction to Matara without a car?

The best way to get from Yala Junction to Matara without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 18m and costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 4600.

How long does it take to get from Yala Junction to Matara?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Yala Junction to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yala Junction to Matara bus from?

Yala Junction to Matara bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Kalutara station.

Where do I catch the Yala Junction to Matara train from?

Yala Junction to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kalutara South station.

Train or bus from Yala Junction to Matara?

The best way to get from Yala Junction to Matara is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3800 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Yala Junction to Matara bus arrive?

Yala Junction to Matara bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Matara station.

Where does the Yala Junction to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yala Junction to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Yala Junction to Matara is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Yala Junction to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3656+ hotels available in Matara.

Yala Junction to Matara - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Yala Junction to Matara by taxi, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Yala Junction to Panadurataxi
2. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
2h 18m
Rs 3,246–4,517
Train via Kalutara North
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kalutara North to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 17m
Rs 2,161–5,317
Train
1. Take the train from Kalutara South to Mataratrain Maradana
2h 49m
Rs 2,392–5,590
Drive 116.5 km
1. Drive from Yala Junction to Mataracar 116.5 km
1h 34m
Rs 5,301–7,656
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yala Junction to Matarataxi 116.5 km
1h 34m
Rs 17,000–22,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalutara to Matarabus
2h 44m
Rs 3,014–3,757

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Distance: 154.3 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Yala Junction, Sri Lanka and Matara, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kalutara South to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 201–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Kalutara to Matara once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 18m.

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