Facts about the transport from Matara to Kandy
| Cheapest Transport | $41 |
| Fastest Transport | 4h 14m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:20 AM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 212 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railways |
Matara to Kandy
Best Options
$220
$275
Other Options
Transportation from Matara to Kandy
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Trains$ 40.50
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Buses$ 219.48
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Taxis$ 140.11
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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 Matara to Kandy
Travelling between Matara and Kandy 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 274.36 if you go by Bus+taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+taxi which will set you back mere USD 219.48.
How long does it take to get from Matara to Kandy?
It can take you anywhere between 5 and 7 hours to travel between Matara and Kandy depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus+taxi is the fastest way to travel between Matara and Kandy. Bus+taxi will bring you to your destination in 4h 14m. Train does a much slower job and take about 6h 17m to reach Kandy.
How much does it cost to get from Matara to Kandy?
Travelling between Matara and Kandy can be as cheap as USD 219.48 if you opt for a Ceylon Roots bus+taxi and as expensive as USD 274.36 if you buy a Ceylon Roots Bus+taxi 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 Matara and Kandy ?
- 2 by Bus+taxi from Matara to Kandy starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Matara to Kandy.
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 Matara and Kandy
Ceylon Roots
What is the most popular transport to get from Matara to Kandy?
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
- 100% chosen Train