Distance
155 km (96.9 miles)
Price range
US$ 18-US$ 155
Ride Duration Range
2h 30m-2h 50m
Earliest Departure
18:30
Latest Departure
23:30
Most Popular Operator

Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.

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Taking a bus from Colombo to Matara

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The fastest: 2h 50m

The cheapest: US$ 18

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Reclining Seats

The fastest: 2h 30m

The cheapest: US$ 155

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

The fastest: 2h 30m

The cheapest: US$ 88

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

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About the ride from Colombo to Matara

Colombo to Matara Route Information

The distance between Colombo and Matara is 97 miles, or approximately 155 kilometers.

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Matara, including minivan,car,train,bus.

The earliest departure leaves at 18:30 and has a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes.

The fastest way to travel is by car, which takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.

Colombo to Matara by minivan

  • Starting Price: US$ 155
  • 120 departures a day, or 840 departures a week

The only travel class available is Standard.

Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.

Colombo to Matara by car

  • Starting Price: US$ 88
  • 120 departures a day, or 840 departures a week

There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Economy.

Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.

Colombo to Matara by train

  • Starting Price: US$ 18
  • 12 departures a day, or 84 departures a week

There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: Second Class, First Class and First Class Reserved Seats.

Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.

Colombo to Matara by bus

    The only travel class available is Luxury.

    Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.

    Companies Operating from Colombo to Matara

    Average time

    2h 50m

    Average price

    US$ 18

    (868)

    Average time

    2h 30m

    Average price

    US$ 88 - US$ 155

    (344)

    Popular stations and stops in Colombo and Matara

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