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

The cheapest way to get from Athurugiriya to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 2900 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athurugiriya to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Athurugiriya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Athurugiriya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Makumbura and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Athurugiriya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Athurugiriya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Athurugiriya to Matara?

The distance between Athurugiriya and Matara is 144 km. The road distance is 140.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athurugiriya to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 2900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Athurugiriya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athurugiriya to Matara bus from?

Athurugiriya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Makumbura station.

Where do I catch the Athurugiriya to Matara train from?

Athurugiriya to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ratmalana station.

Train or bus from Athurugiriya to Matara?

The best way to get from Athurugiriya to Matara is to bus which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 9500 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Athurugiriya to Matara bus arrive?

Athurugiriya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara station.

Where does the Athurugiriya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athurugiriya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Athurugiriya to Matara is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Athurugiriya to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3741+ hotels available in Matara.

Athurugiriya to Matara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Athurugiriya to Matara by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Makumbura to Matarabus Ex 1-1
1h 54m
Rs 2,452–2,862
Train
1. Take the train from Ratmalana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 56m
Rs 5,707–9,461
Drive 140.3 km
1. Drive from Athurugiriya to Mataracar 140.3 km
1h 38m
Rs 6,390–9,230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Athurugiriya to Matarataxi 140.3 km
1h 38m
Rs 38,000–46,000

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Distance: 143.9 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Makumbura to Matara every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 470–520 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ratmalana to Matara twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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