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

The cheapest way to get from Kollupitiya to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kollupitiya to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Kollupitiya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kollupitiya to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Kollupitiya and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Kollupitiya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Kollupitiya station to Matara. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Kollupitiya to Matara?

The distance between Kollupitiya and Matara is 161 km. The road distance is 150.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kollupitiya to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Kollupitiya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kollupitiya to Matara bus from?

Kollupitiya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Fort Station.

Where do I catch the Kollupitiya to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Kollupitiya to Matara?

The best way to get from Kollupitiya to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Kollupitiya to Matara bus arrive?

Kollupitiya to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Kollupitiya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kollupitiya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kollupitiya to Matara is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Kollupitiya to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3645+ hotels available in Matara.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
2h 53m
Rs 530–580
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mataratrain Maradana
4h 21m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 150.1 km
1. Drive from Kollupitiya to Mataracar 150.1 km
1h 53m
Rs 6,820–9,851
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kollupitiya to Matarataxi 150.1 km
1h 53m
Rs 41,000–49,000
Bus via Panadura
1. Take the bus from Kollupitiya to Panadurabus
2. Take the bus from Panadura to Matarabus Panadura
2h 58m

Kollupitiya to Matara by bus and train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.9 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 2h 35m. 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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