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

The cheapest way to get from Balapitiya to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1900 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balapitiya to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 5500.

Is there a direct bus between Balapitiya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Balapitiya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Balapitiya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Balapitiya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Balapitiya to Matara?

The distance between Balapitiya and Matara is 82 km. The road distance is 79.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Balapitiya to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 1h 32m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Balapitiya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balapitiya to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balapitiya to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Balapitiya to Matara?

The best way to get from Balapitiya to Matara is to bus which takes 1h 32m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3900 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Balapitiya to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balapitiya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balapitiya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Balapitiya to Matara is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Balapitiya to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3724+ hotels available in Matara.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to Matarabus
1h 32m
Rs 1,460–1,880
Train
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Mataratrain Maradana
1h 47m
Rs 1,883–3,807
Drive 79.3 km
1. Drive from Balapitiya to Mataracar 79.3 km
1h 2m
Rs 3,606–5,209
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balapitiya to Matarataxi 79.3 km
1h 2m
Rs 12,000–15,000

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Distance: 81.8 km
Duration: 1h 32m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Ambalangoda to Matara once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ambalangoda to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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