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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Alawwa is to bus which costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1300 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Alawwa is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Alawwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Matara and arriving at Alawwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Alawwa?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Alawwa. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Alawwa via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Matara to Alawwa?

The distance between Matara and Alawwa is 203 km. The road distance is 199.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Alawwa without a car is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 4h 3m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Matara to Alawwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Alawwa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Alawwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Alawwa?

The best way to get from Matara to Alawwa is to bus via Kaduwela which takes 4h 3m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Matara to Alawwa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Alawwa train arrive?

Matara to Alawwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Matara to Alawwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Alawwa is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Matara to Alawwa.

Where can I stay near Alawwa?

There are 98+ hotels available in Alawwa.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Matara to Alawwa by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus via Kaduwela
best
1. Take the bus from Matara to Kadawathabus Ex 1-22
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Alawwabus
4h 3m
Rs 1,326–1,672
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matara to Alawwabus
4h 26m
Rs 950–1,300
Train
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Alawwatrain Colombo
6h 25m
Rs 1,440–5,922
Drive 199.9 km
1. Drive from Matara to Alawwacar 199.9 km
2h 30m
Rs 9,110–13,159
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Alawwataxi 199.9 km
2h 30m
Rs 30,000–37,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Alawwataxi
3h 53m
Rs 25,190–105,849

Matara to Alawwa by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 25mAverage Duration

Rs 1,440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.1 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Matara to Alawwa via Kadawatha in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matara to Alawwa via Fort Station and Colombo Fort in around 6h 25m.

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