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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Maradana is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Maradana?

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

Is there a direct train between Matara and Maradana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matara and arriving at Maradana. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Matara to Maradana?

The distance between Matara and Maradana is 152 km. The road distance is 148.8 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Maradana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Maradana train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Maradana?

The best way to get from Matara to Maradana 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 4h 13m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 19000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Matara to Maradana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matara to Maradana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Maradana?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Maradana is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Matara to Maradana.

Where can I stay near Maradana?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Maradana.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Ex 1-18
2h 35m
Rs 500–1,200
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Maradanatrain Beliatta
4h 13m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 148.8 km
1. Drive from Matara to Maradanacar 148.8 km
1h 52m
Rs 6,780–9,794
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Maradanataxi 148.8 km
1h 52m
Rs 40,000–49,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
3h 24m
Rs 19,690–98,849

Matara to Maradana by bus

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Distance: 151.5 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–570 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 Matara to Maradana 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 13m.

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