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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station

Composite routes from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station

Cheapest
7 h 3 min
Car
407 km.
from $22

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$195.65–$423.91

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kankesanturai
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.17–$7.61

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kankesanturai
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.00

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station is to train which costs $2.17 - $7.61 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kankesanthurai Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kankesanturai. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station?

The distance between Colombo and Kankesanthurai Station is 420 km. The road distance is 407.4 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station without a car is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $9.89 - $10.22 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station?

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station train from?

Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $9.89 - $10.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $7.61 and takes 7h 4m, you could also fly, which costs $108.70 - $293.48 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station train arrive?

Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kankesanturai station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station is 407 km. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Colombo to Kankesanthurai Station.

Where can I stay near Kankesanthurai Station?

There are 164+ hotels available in Kankesanthurai Station. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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