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How to Travel from

Bandarawela to Jaffna

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Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$228.67–$495.44

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 Bandarawela to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
7h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$3.81
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
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

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Welimada to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bandarawela to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.72 - $9.24 and takes 13h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bandarawela to Jaffna is to drive and fly which takes 7h 4m and costs $103.26 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct train between Bandarawela and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Bandarawela to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Bandarawela and arriving at Jaffna via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 36m.

How far is it from Bandarawela to Jaffna?

The distance between Bandarawela and Jaffna is 623 km. The road distance is 420.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Bandarawela to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 13h 16m and costs $19.57 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 13h 16m to get from Bandarawela to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bandarawela to Jaffna train from?

Bandarawela to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Bandarawela station.

Train or bus from Bandarawela to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Bandarawela to Jaffna is to bus which takes 13h 16m and costs $19.57 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.72 - $9.24 and takes 13h 36m.

Where does the Bandarawela to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bandarawela to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Bandarawela to Jaffna is 421 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Bandarawela 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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