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

The cheapest way to get from Pannipitiya to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pannipitiya to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Pannipitiya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Pannipitiya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Pannipitiya Junction and arriving at Matara via Makumbura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Pannipitiya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Pannipitiya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Pannipitiya to Matara?

The distance between Pannipitiya and Matara is 141 km. The road distance is 138.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pannipitiya to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Pannipitiya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pannipitiya to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pannipitiya to Matara train from?

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

Train or bus from Pannipitiya to Matara?

The best way to get from Pannipitiya to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 7000 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Pannipitiya to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pannipitiya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pannipitiya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Pannipitiya to Matara is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Pannipitiya to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3745+ hotels available in Matara.

Pannipitiya to Matara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Makumbura to Matarabus Ex 1-1
2h 10m
Rs 2,750–2,960
Train
1. Take the train from Ratmalana to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 46m
Rs 3,443–6,785
Drive 138.1 km
1. Drive from Pannipitiya to Mataracar 138.1 km
1h 38m
Rs 6,273–9,061
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pannipitiya to Matarataxi 138.1 km
1h 38m
Rs 38,000–45,000

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Distance: 140.6 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Makumbura to Matara every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 470–520 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ratmalana to Matara twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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