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

The cheapest way to get from Rajagiriya to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rajagiriya to Matara is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Rajagiriya and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Rajagiriya to Matara. However, there are services departing from Makumbura and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rajagiriya and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Rajagiriya station to Matara. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Rajagiriya to Matara?

The distance between Rajagiriya and Matara is 151 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rajagiriya to Matara without a car is to bus via Makumbura which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Rajagiriya to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rajagiriya to Matara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rajagiriya to Matara train from?

Rajagiriya to Matara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Rajagiriya to Matara?

The best way to get from Rajagiriya to Matara is to bus via Makumbura which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 5500 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Rajagiriya to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rajagiriya to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rajagiriya to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Rajagiriya to Matara is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Rajagiriya to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3741+ hotels available in Matara.

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

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

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Bus via Makumbura
best
1. Take the bus from Makumbura to Matarabus Ex 1-1
2h 1m
Rs 4,379–5,139
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 20m
Rs 1,961–5,134
Drive 148.7 km
1. Drive from Rajagiriya to Mataracar 148.7 km
1h 51m
Rs 6,773–9,784
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rajagiriya to Matarataxi 148.7 km
1h 51m
Rs 40,000–49,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
2h 42m
Rs 2,251–2,614

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Distance: 150.9 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Rajagiriya, 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 Fort Station to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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