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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Anuradhapura to Jaffna

Composite routes from Anuradhapura to Jaffna

Cheapest
3 h 26 min
Car
196 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.09–$3.37

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) is to train which costs $1.09 - $3.37 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $1.09 - $3.37 .

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Jaffna (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Jaffna (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station)?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Jaffna (Station) is 201 km. The road distance is 196.8 km.

How do I travel from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station)?

The bus from Anuradhapura to Jaffna takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) bus from?

Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Anuradhapura station.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) train from?

Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Anuradhapura station.

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station)?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.09 - $3.37 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) bus arrive?

Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) train arrive?

Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Jaffna station.

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station) is 197 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Anuradhapura to Jaffna (Station).

Where can I stay near Jaffna (Station)?

There are 151+ hotels available in Jaffna (Station). Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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