Fort Railway Station to Matara

Fort Railway Station to Matara

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Fort Railway Station to Matara Schedule

Fort Railway Station to Matara Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Ceylon Roots SUV 3pax Any time$ 205.75
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Seat 06:55 - 10:42$ 16
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 14:34 - 17:54$ 18

Transportation from Fort Railway Station to Matara

Facts about the transport from Fort Railway Station to Matara

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport2h 36m
Earliest Departure12:00 오전
Latest Departure3:44 오후
Departures per day6
Distance130 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways

Fort Railway Station to Matara Destination Reviews

LC
Comfortable and straightforward Though 12Go said we would be messaged our specific bus number and they didn’t. That’s quite stressful when you are waiting.
Bus Super Luxury, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Feb 9, 2024
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It takes more than 3h the travel when I booked a train trip for 2h35
Train #8058 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Aug 7, 2023
CT
Had the best seats in the first class carriage for view of Indian Ocean to Galle.
Train #8056 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Mar 4, 2022
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How to get from Fort Railway Station to Matara

When you want to get from Fort Railway Station to Matara, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 215.52. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 5.70.

How far is Fort Railway Station from Matara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Fort Railway Station to Matara. Your trip will be a total of 81 miles (130 km). The flying distance is 81 miles (130 km).

How long does it take to get from Fort Railway Station to Matara?

The travel time from Fort Railway Station to Matara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Fort Railway Station to Matara?

The cost of the trip from Fort Railway Station to Matara varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 5.70 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 215.52.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Fort Railway Station to Matara:

  • Train tickets - USD 5.24 to USD 16.76;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 192.74. From Colombo to Matara starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 215.78 to USD 215.78.

How many trips per day are there between Fort Railway Station and Matara?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 5 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Colombo to Matara any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Colombo to Matara. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 215.78.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Fort Railway Station to Matara

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Fort Railway Station to Matara? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.