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

The cheapest way to get from Wellawatta to Matara is to bus which costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 7000 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellawatta to Matara is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Wellawatta and Matara?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellawatta to Matara. However, there are services departing from Kadawatha and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Wellawatta and Matara?

No, there is no direct train from Wellawatta station to Matara. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Wellawatta to Matara?

The distance between Wellawatta and Matara is 177 km. The road distance is 175.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellawatta to Matara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Wellawatta to Matara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellawatta to Matara bus from?

Wellawatta to Matara bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kadawatha station.

Where do I catch the Wellawatta to Matara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wellawatta to Matara?

The best way to get from Wellawatta to Matara is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 10000 and takes 3h 40m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 20000 - Rs. 130000 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Wellawatta to Matara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wellawatta to Matara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellawatta to Matara?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellawatta to Matara is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Wellawatta to Matara.

Where can I stay near Matara?

There are 3707+ hotels available in Matara.

Wellawatta to Matara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Wellawatta to Matara by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus Ex 1-22
2h 28m
Rs 5,919–6,958
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 40m
Rs 6,026–9,938
Drive 175.1 km
1. Drive from Wellawatta to Mataracar 175.1 km
2h 5m
Rs 7,827–11,306
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wellawatta to Matarataxi 175.1 km
2h 5m
Rs 48,000–60,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
3h 48m
Rs 20,481–128,077
Bus via Kadawatha
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Matarabus
3h 51m
Rs 6,279–7,657

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT) flights

28Weekly Planes

2h 22mAverage Duration

Rs 14,986Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.6 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Wellawatta, Western, Sri Lanka and Matara, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kadawatha to Matara hourly. Tickets cost Rs 530–590 and the journey takes 2h 5m. 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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