Facts about the transport from Matara to Hikkaduwa
| Cheapest Transport | $6 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 12m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 3:59 PM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 60 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway |
Matara to Hikkaduwa
Best Options
$6
$6
Other Options
Transportation from Matara to Hikkaduwa
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Trains$ 5.50
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Taxis$ 80.40
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Buses are not available
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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
From Hikkaduwa
Popular Routes in Sri Lanka
How to get from Matara to Hikkaduwa
Travelling between Matara and Hikkaduwa is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 5.50 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 5.50.
How long does it take to get from Matara to Hikkaduwa?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 2 hours to travel between Matara and Hikkaduwa depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Matara and Hikkaduwa. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 12m. Train does a much slower job and take about 1h 46m to reach Hikkaduwa.
How much does it cost to get from Matara to Hikkaduwa?
Travelling between Matara and Hikkaduwa can be as cheap as USD 5.50 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 5.50 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 Matara and Hikkaduwa ?
- 3 from Matara to Hikkaduwa starting from 06:00 Matara until 15:59 Matara
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Matara to Hikkaduwa.
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 Hikkaduwa
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 Matara to Hikkaduwa?
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% took a train