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

The cheapest way to get from Hokandara to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hokandara to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Hokandara and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Hokandara to Matara. However, there are services departing from Makumbura and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Hokandara and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Hokandara to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Hokandara to Matara?

The distance between Hokandara and Matara is 143 km. The road distance is 141.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hokandara to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Hokandara to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hokandara to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hokandara to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Hokandara to Matara?

The best way to get from Hokandara to Matara is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4600 - Rs. 8500 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Hokandara to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hokandara to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hokandara to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Hokandara to Matara is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Hokandara to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3731+ hotels available in Matara.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Hokandara 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 53m
Rs 2,205–2,571
Train
1. Take the train from Ratmalana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 52m
Rs 4,644–8,205
Drive 141.2 km
1. Drive from Hokandara to Mataracar 141.2 km
1h 40m
Rs 6,419–9,271
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hokandara to Matarataxi 141.2 km
1h 40m
Rs 38,000–46,000

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Distance: 143 km
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Hokandara, 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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