What is the cheapest way to get from Matara to Port City Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Port City Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matara to Port City Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Matara to Port City Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Port City Colombo?

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

Is there a direct train between Matara and Port City Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matara and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Matara to Port City Colombo?

The distance between Matara and Port City Colombo is 152 km. The road distance is 150.9 km.

How do I travel from Matara to Port City Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Matara to Port City Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570.

How long does it take to get from Matara to Port City Colombo?

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

Where do I catch the Matara to Port City Colombo bus from?

Matara to Port City Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Port City Colombo train from?

Matara to Port City Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.

Train or bus from Matara to Port City Colombo?

The best way to get from Matara to Port City Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 520 - Rs. 570. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Matara to Port City Colombo bus arrive?

Matara to Port City Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Matara to Port City Colombo train arrive?

Matara to Port City Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Matara to Port City Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Port City Colombo is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Matara to Port City Colombo.

Where can I stay near Port City Colombo?

There are 1414+ hotels available in Port City Colombo.

Matara to Port City Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Matara to Port City Colombo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2h 35m
Rs 520–570
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
4h 8m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 150.9 km
1. Drive from Matara to Port City Colombocar 150.9 km
1h 54m
Rs 6,785–9,801
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matara to Port City Colombotaxi 150.9 km
1h 54m
Rs 41,000–49,000

Matara to Port City Colombo by train

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Distance: 152 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Port City Colombo, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 520–570 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matara to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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