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How to Travel from

Diyatalawa 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 Colombo Fort to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Diyatalawa to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.68
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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Diyatalawa to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Diyatalawa to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.72 - $9.24 and takes 13h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Diyatalawa to Jaffna is to drive and fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $103.26 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct train between Diyatalawa and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Diyatalawa to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Diyatalawa and arriving at Jaffna via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

How far is it from Diyatalawa to Jaffna?

The distance between Diyatalawa and Jaffna is 585 km. The road distance is 434.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Diyatalawa to Jaffna without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 2m and costs $5.11 - $11.96 .

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

It takes approximately 13h 2m to get from Diyatalawa to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Diyatalawa to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Diyatalawa to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Diyatalawa to Jaffna is to bus which takes 13h 19m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.72 - $9.24 and takes 13h 20m.

Where does the Diyatalawa to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Diyatalawa to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Diyatalawa to Jaffna is 434 km. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Diyatalawa 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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