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

The cheapest way to get from Peliyagoda to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peliyagoda to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Peliyagoda and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Peliyagoda to Matara station. However, there are services departing from Oliyamulla Bus stop and arriving at Matara Bus Station via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Peliyagoda and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Peliyagoda to Matara. However, there are services departing from Kelaniya and arriving at Matara via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Peliyagoda to Matara?

The distance between Peliyagoda and Matara is 166 km. The road distance is 157.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Peliyagoda to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Peliyagoda to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peliyagoda to Matara bus from?

Peliyagoda to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Fort Station.

Where do I catch the Peliyagoda to Matara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Peliyagoda to Matara?

The best way to get from Peliyagoda to Matara is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs Rs. 530 - Rs. 580. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 4h 36m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Peliyagoda to Matara bus arrive?

Peliyagoda to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Peliyagoda to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Peliyagoda to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Peliyagoda to Matara is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Peliyagoda to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3745+ hotels available in Matara.

Peliyagoda to Matara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 5m
Rs 530–580
Train
1. Take the train from Maradana to Mataratrain Maradana
4h 36m
Rs 1,411–5,921
Drive 157.3 km
1. Drive from Peliyagoda to Mataracar 157.3 km
1h 55m
Rs 7,146–10,322
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Peliyagoda to Matarataxi 157.3 km
1h 55m
Rs 43,000–55,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
3h 53m
Rs 22,515–131,664

Peliyagoda to Matara by train

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Distance: 165.8 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 23m.

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