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7 h 55 min
502 km.
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7 h 55 min
502 km.
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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 Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$584.37
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 Ragama to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Galle to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.75–$6.68
Train from Bambalapitiya to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
8h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.61 - $13.04 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Jaffna is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $217.39 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Jaffna via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Jaffna via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

How far is it from Galle to Jaffna?

The distance between Galle and Jaffna is 509 km. The road distance is 502.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $9.78 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Galle to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Jaffna bus from?

Galle to Jaffna bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Galle to Jaffna is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $9.78 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $13.04 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Galle to Jaffna bus arrive?

Galle to Jaffna bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Where does the Galle to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Jaffna is 503 km. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Galle 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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