Matara to Anuradhapura

Matara to Anuradhapura

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Matara to Anuradhapura Schedule

Matara to Anuradhapura Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 6pax Any time$ 97.90
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 05:56 - 09:28$ 14.30
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 06:05 - 08:43$ 13.56
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 11:50 - 15:29$ 18.42

Transportation from Matara to Anuradhapura

Facts about the transport from Matara to Anuradhapura

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport5h 10m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure6:05 AM
Departures per day20
Distance347 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Matara to Anuradhapura

Travelling between Matara and Anuradhapura is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 242.25 if you go by Bus+taxi+Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 24.89.

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

It can take you anywhere between 6 and 8 hours to travel between Matara and Anuradhapura depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Matara and Anuradhapura. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 5h 10m. Train does a much slower job and take about 7h 12m to reach Anuradhapura.

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

Travelling between Matara and Anuradhapura can be as cheap as USD 24.89 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways train and as expensive as USD 242.25 if you buy a Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railways Bus+taxi+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 Matara and Anuradhapura ?

  • 8 by taxi+Train from Matara to Anuradhapura starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
  • 8 by Train from Matara to Anuradhapura starting from 05:56 Matara until 06:05 Matara
  • 4 by Bus+taxi+Train from Matara to Anuradhapura starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Matara to Anuradhapura starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
  • 2 by Bus+Train from Matara to Anuradhapura starting from 05:56 Matara until 05:56 Matara

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Matara to Anuradhapura.

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 Anuradhapura

Ceylon Roots

What is the most popular transport to get from Matara to Anuradhapura?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus+Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 46% chosen Bus+Train
  • 43% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 7% chosen taxi+Train
  • 2% chosen Bus+taxi+Train
  • 2% chosen Train