What is the cheapest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla?

The cheapest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla is to bus which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1600 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla?

The fastest way to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 60000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara Bus Station and Dambulla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matara and arriving at Dambulla. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla?

The distance between Matara Bus Station and Dambulla is 322 km. The road distance is 286.6 km.

How do I travel from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla without a car?

The best way to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla without a car is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 5h and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3200.

How long does it take to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara Bus Station to Dambulla bus from?

Matara Bus Station to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara station.

Bus or fly from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla?

The best way to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 5h and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 15000 - Rs. 95000 and takes 24h 32m.

Where does the Matara Bus Station to Dambulla bus arrive?

Matara Bus Station to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara Bus Station to Dambulla is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 1097+ hotels available in Dambulla.

Matara Bus Station to Dambulla - 6 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Matara Bus Station to Dambulla by taxi, plane, bus, or car

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Taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Matara Bus Station to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2h 55m
Rs 64,645–169,930
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matara to Dambullabus
6h 9m
Rs 1,000–1,600
Bus via Kaduwela
1. Take the bus from Matara to Kadawathabus Ex 1-22
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Dambullabus
5h
Rs 2,926–3,172
Drive 286.6 km
1. Drive from Matara Bus Station to Dambullacar 286.6 km
3h 47m
Rs 13,058–18,861
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara Bus Station to Dambullataxi 286.6 km
3h 47m
Rs 44,000–55,000
Fly from Koggala
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane KCT - GIU
24h 32m
Rs 15,140–94,049

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,427Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.2 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Matara Bus Station, Sri Lanka and Dambulla, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Matara to Dambulla via Kadawatha in around 5h. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) once daily.

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