Galle to Matara

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Galle to Matara Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+43m	$65.37
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+43m	$65.27
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 2nd Class	05:10	06:06	$0.74
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	05:10	06:06	$0.36
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 2nd Class	09:55	10:51	$0.74
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	09:55	10:51	$0.36
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 2nd Class	11:15	12:11	$0.74
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	11:15	12:11	$0.36
Train	Sri Lanka Railways	1st Class Seat	16:39	17:54	$13.80
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	17:05	18:09	$2.81	5.0
Train	Sri Lanka Railways	1st Class Seat	17:34	18:20	$13.80
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	18:10	18:52	$2.81	5.0

How to get from Galle to Matara

When you want to get from Galle 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 Bus+taxi. 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 Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 4.30. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 1.34.

How far is Galle from Matara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Galle to Matara. Your trip will be a total of 27 miles (43 km). The flying distance is 23 miles (36 km).

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

The travel time from Galle to Matara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Galle to Matara?

The cost of the trip from Galle to Matara varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is SL Railway Commuter: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 1.34 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 4.30.

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

Train tickets - USD 1.34 to USD 4.30;
Bus+taxi price: USD 27.22 - USD 39.19. From Galle to Matara starting from 00:00 Koggala until 00:00 Koggala

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 69.62 to USD 95.88.

How many trips per day are there between Galle and Matara?

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

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 4 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Galle 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 69.62.

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 Galle to Matara

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Galle 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:

99% users enjoyed a train ride.
1% Other

Transportation from Galle to Matara

Trains

$ 1.34
Buses

$ 27.22
Taxis

$ 27.22
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Galle to Matara

Cheapest Transport	$2
Fastest Transport	35m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	6:10 PM
Departures per day	4
Distance	43 kilometers
Transport Companies	Ceylon Roots, SL Railway Commuter, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar