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

The cheapest way to get from Kelaniya to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3500 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kelaniya to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Kelaniya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelaniya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Kadawatha and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kelaniya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Kelaniya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Maradana and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Kelaniya to Matara?

The distance between Kelaniya and Matara is 166 km. The road distance is 151.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 16m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Kelaniya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Matara bus from?

Kelaniya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kadawatha station.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Kelaniya to Matara?

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 16m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 6500 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Kelaniya to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kelaniya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kelaniya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelaniya to Matara is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Kelaniya to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3724+ hotels available in Matara.

Kelaniya to Matara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kelaniya to Matara by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus Ex 1-22
2h 16m
Rs 2,943–3,442
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 33m
Rs 2,817–6,145
Drive 151.9 km
1. Drive from Kelaniya to Mataracar 151.9 km
1h 47m
Rs 6,905–9,974
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kelaniya to Matarataxi 151.9 km
1h 47m
Rs 41,000–50,000
Bus via Kadawatha
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus
3h 39m
Rs 3,281–4,114

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Distance: 165.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kadawatha to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 530–590 and the journey takes 2h 5m. 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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