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7 h 9 min
394 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Badulla to Jaffna

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Cheapest
By car (394 km)
7 h 9 min
394 km.
from $21
Other
Rideshare
7 h 9 min
394 km.
from $14.99
Bus
13 h 43 min
320 km.
from $20.48
Train
15 h 6 min
320 km.
from $7.78
Plane, Bus
9 h 9 min
318 km.
Bus via Hali-Ela
16 h 37 min
320 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Badulla Station to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
8h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.45
Train from Polgahawela Junction to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.99

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla to Jaffna?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.93 - $9.78 and takes 15h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla to Jaffna?

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Jaffna is to drive which takes 7h 12m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Jaffna via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 6m.

How far is it from Badulla to Jaffna?

The distance between Badulla and Jaffna is 639 km. The road distance is 394.9 km.

How do I travel from Badulla to Jaffna without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 13h 43m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Jaffna?

It takes approximately 13h 43m to get from Badulla to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Jaffna bus from?

Badulla to Jaffna bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Jaffna train from?

Badulla to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Badulla Station.

Train or bus from Badulla to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Badulla to Jaffna is to bus which takes 13h 43m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.93 - $9.78 and takes 15h 6m.

Where does the Badulla to Jaffna bus arrive?

Badulla to Jaffna bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Badulla and Jaffna?

It is currently 14:10 at both, Badulla and Jaffna.

Where does the Badulla to Jaffna train arrive?

Badulla to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Jaffna is 395 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Badulla to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

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