Facts about the transport from Galle to Matara
| Cheapest Transport | $5 |
| Fastest Transport | 35m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:10 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 43 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway |
Galle to Matara
Best Options
$5
$5
Other Options
Transportation from Galle to Matara
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Trains$ 4.86
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Buses$ 30.78
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Taxis$ 30.78
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Matara
Popular Routes in Sri Lanka
How to get from Galle to Matara
Travelling between Galle and Matara is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Bus+taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 4.86 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.86.
How long does it take to get from Galle to Matara?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Galle and Matara depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus+taxi is the fastest way to travel between Galle and Matara. Bus+taxi will bring you to your destination in 35m. Train does a much slower job and take about 1h 4m to reach Matara.
How much does it cost to get from Galle to Matara?
Travelling between Galle and Matara can be as cheap as USD 4.86 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 4.86 if you buy a Sri Lanka Railway Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Galle and Matara ?
- 2 from Galle to Matara starting from 17:05 Galle until 18:10 Galle
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Galle to Matara.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Galle and Matara
Ceylon Roots
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Galle to Matara?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 98% took a train
- 1% Other