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

The cheapest way to get from Maradana to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maradana to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Maradana and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Matara Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Maradana and Matara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maradana and arriving at Matara. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Maradana to Matara?

The distance between Maradana and Matara is 155 km. The road distance is 151.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Maradana to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 1200.

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

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara Bus Station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Maradana to Matara bus from?

Maradana to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Maradana to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Maradana to Matara?

The best way to get from Maradana to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 1200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Maradana to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maradana to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maradana to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Maradana to Matara is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Maradana to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Matara.

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There are 4 ways to get from Maradana to Matara by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara Bus Stationbus Ex 1-18
2h 35m
Rs 500–1,200
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 23m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 151.6 km
1. Drive from Maradana to Mataracar 151.6 km
1h 55m
Rs 6,819–9,849
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maradana to Matarataxi 151.6 km
1h 55m
Rs 41,000–50,000

Maradana to Matara by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.4 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Matara Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–590 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. 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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