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

The cheapest way to get from Kiribathgoda to Matara is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiribathgoda to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Kiribathgoda and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiribathgoda to Matara. However, there are services departing from Kiribathgoda and arriving at Matara via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kiribathgoda and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Kiribathgoda station to Matara. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Kiribathgoda to Matara?

The distance between Kiribathgoda and Matara is 162 km. The road distance is 154.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiribathgoda to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 590.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Kiribathgoda to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiribathgoda to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiribathgoda to Matara train from?

Kiribathgoda to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Kiribathgoda to Matara?

The best way to get from Kiribathgoda to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 590. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Kiribathgoda to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kiribathgoda to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kiribathgoda to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiribathgoda to Matara is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Kiribathgoda to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3748+ hotels available in Matara.

Kiribathgoda to Matara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kiribathgoda 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 40m
Rs 530–590
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mataratrain Maradana
4h 33m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 154.1 km
1. Drive from Kiribathgoda to Mataracar 154.1 km
1h 51m
Rs 6,925–10,002
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kiribathgoda to Matarataxi 154.1 km
1h 51m
Rs 42,000–50,000
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 5m
Rs 530–580
Bus via Panadura
1. Take the bus from Kiribathgoda to Panadurabus
2. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
3h 28m

Kiribathgoda to Matara by bus and train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Kiribathgoda, 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 Fort Station to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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