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2 Ways to get from colombo airport to matara
Welcome! In this blog post I’ll give you details on how to travel from colombo airport to matara. The journey from colombo airport to matara can be done by taking Train.
Getting from colombo airport to matara by Train
You can easily get from colombo airport to matara by Train. The disadvantage is that Train will drop you near to your destination but not exactly at the doorstep. Catch the Train from Colombo Fort Railway station and get down at Matara Railway Station. The Train line you need to take is 8056. It can get real crowded in the matara so be prepared to sweat it out. Journeying by Train gives you an opportunity to sit and chat with locals.
Getting from colombo airport to matara through Negombo bus station
Negombo bus station is where you begin your trip to matara. The total time taken is 7-8 hours.
Step one: First, you need to walk a short distance to get to katunayake bus station. To get to katunayake bus station you will need about 20 minutes. The total length of the trip is 1 km.
Or Alternatively: 240 is the bus no. you need to get on. It takes around 5 minutes to reach matara. The total length of the trip is 1 km. It is free to travel.
Step two: Then, you need to take the bus ride to Negombo Bus Terminal. 3, 240 is the bus # you need to get on. You will find that the final bus to matara is at 7 PM.
Step three: Get on bus from Negombo bus station. The journey uses a total of 3-3.5 hours.