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How to get from
Matara to Colombo

Matara to Colombo Trip Overview

Distance134 km (83.8 miles)
Price range$6-$98
Ride Duration Range2h 30m-3h 40m
Earliest Departure18:30
Latest Departure23:30

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 Matara to Colombo

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

Charger

Reclining Seats

TV

The fastest: 2h 58m

The cheapest: $6

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The fastest: 2h 30m

The cheapest: $98

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

The fastest: 2h 30m

The cheapest: $78

POSSIBLE AMENITIES:

A/C

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A beautiful view from within central Colombo

About the ride from Matara to Colombo

Matara to Colombo Route Information

The distance between Matara and Colombo is 84 miles, or approximately 134 kilometers.

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

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: .

Matara to Colombo by bus

    There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Tourist and Super 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 options.

    Matara to Colombo by car

    • Starting Price: $78
    • 72 departures a day, or 504 departures a week

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

    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 options.

    Matara to Colombo by minivan

    • Starting Price: $97
    • 72 departures a day, or 504 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 options.

    Matara to Colombo by train

    • Starting Price: $5
    • 7 departures a day, or 49 departures a week

    The only travel class available is First Class.

    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 options.

    Companies Operating from Matara to Colombo

    Average time

    2h 30m

    Average price

    $78 - $98

    (36)

    Average time

    2h 58m - 3h 40m

    Average price

    $6

    Popular stations and stops in Matara and Colombo

    Departure stations in Matara

    Matara Bus Stand

    Matara - Any hotel

    Arrival stations in Colombo

    Bastian Mawatha Bus Station

    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB)

    Makubura Highway Bus & Train Station

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