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Dehiwala to Jaffna

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By car (402 km)
6 h 52 min
402 km.
from $22
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6 h 52 min
402 km.
from $15.29

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:
$228.67–$571.67

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Dehiwala to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
8h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Dehiwala to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 8h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna is to drive which takes 6h 55m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Dehiwala and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dehiwala and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Dehiwala to Jaffna?

The distance between Dehiwala and Jaffna is 430 km. The road distance is 402.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs $8.71 .

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

The bus from Dehiwala to Jaffna takes 7h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala to Jaffna bus from?

Dehiwala to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Dehiwala station.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Dehiwala to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs $8.71 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Dehiwala to Jaffna bus arrive?

Dehiwala to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.

Where does the Dehiwala to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dehiwala to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehiwala to Jaffna is 402 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Dehiwala to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 153+ hotels available in Jaffna. Prices start at $11.42 per night.
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