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

The cheapest way to get from Dehiwala to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 440 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dehiwala to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Dehiwala and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Dehiwala to Matara. However, there are services departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Matara via Panadura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Dehiwala and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Matara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Dehiwala to Matara?

The distance between Dehiwala and Matara is 149 km. The road distance is 143.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dehiwala to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 43m and costs Rs. 440 - Rs. 1200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Dehiwala to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala to Matara bus from?

Dehiwala to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Panadura station.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Dehiwala to Matara?

The best way to get from Dehiwala to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 43m and costs Rs. 440 - Rs. 1200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Dehiwala to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dehiwala to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dehiwala to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehiwala to Matara is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Dehiwala to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3731+ hotels available in Matara.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
2h 43m
Rs 440–1,200
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dehiwala to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 38m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 143.7 km
1. Drive from Dehiwala to Mataracar 143.7 km
1h 46m
Rs 6,533–9,437
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dehiwala to Matarataxi 143.7 km
1h 46m
Rs 39,000–47,000

Dehiwala to Matara by train

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3h 38mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.2 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Panadura to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 440–490 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Dehiwala to Matara once daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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