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

The cheapest way to get from Ambalangoda to Matale is to bus and train which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 4300 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambalangoda to Matale is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 50000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Ambalangoda and Matale?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambalangoda to Matale. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at ibbagamuwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ambalangoda and Matale?

No, there is no direct train from Ambalangoda to Matale. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Matale via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Ambalangoda to Matale?

The distance between Ambalangoda and Matale is 230 km. The road distance is 223 km.

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

The best way to get from Ambalangoda to Matale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Ambalangoda to Matale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambalangoda to Matale bus from?

Ambalangoda to Matale bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Ambalangoda station.

Where do I catch the Ambalangoda to Matale train from?

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

Train or bus from Ambalangoda to Matale?

The best way to get from Ambalangoda to Matale is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Ambalangoda to Matale bus arrive?

Ambalangoda to Matale bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at ibbagamuwa station.

Where does the Ambalangoda to Matale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ambalangoda to Matale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambalangoda to Matale is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Ambalangoda to Matale.

Where can I stay near Matale?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Matale.

Ambalangoda to Matale - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Ambalangoda to Matale by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to ibbagamuwabus
4h 28m
Rs 2,923–3,721
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 2-3 / ...
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
8h 55m
Rs 1,612–4,211
Train
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Mataletrain Colombo
7h 49m
Rs 2,542–6,025
Drive 223 km
1. Drive from Ambalangoda to Matalecar 223 km
3h 19m
Rs 10,159–14,674
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambalangoda to Mataletaxi 223 km
3h 19m
Rs 24,000–29,000
Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport
1. Take the taxi from Ambalangoda to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Mataletaxi
3h 6m
Rs 53,172–156,358
Taxi, fly to Kandy
1. Take the taxi from Ambalangoda to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2h 55m
Rs 50,472–154,358

Ambalangoda to Matale by train

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7h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.9 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Ambalangoda to ibbagamuwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ambalangoda to Matale via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 7h 49m.

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