What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matara?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matara is to train which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matara?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Matara is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Matara?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Matara is 181 km. The road distance is 167.5 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Matara without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Matara?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Ja-Ela to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Matara bus from?

Ja-Ela to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ja-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Matara train from?

Ja-Ela to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Maradana station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Matara?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Matara is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Matara bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Matara bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Matara train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Matara station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Matara is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Ja-Ela to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3609+ hotels available in Matara.

Ja-Ela to Matara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Matara by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 25m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
5h 9m
Rs 1,425–5,942
Drive 167.5 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Mataracar 167.5 km
2h 3m
Rs 7,565–10,927
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Matarataxi 167.5 km
2h 3m
Rs 46,000–55,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)plane CMB - WRZ
2. Take the taxi from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Matarataxi
3h 14m
Rs 31,857–158,558

Ja-Ela to Matara by train

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5h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.1 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Matara, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Ja-Ela to Matara Bus Station via Pettah and Fort Station in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 23m.

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