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Seven ways to Travel from Galle to Jaffna Fort

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Cheapest
By car (502 km)
7 h 53 min
502 km.
from $27
Other
Rideshare
7 h 53 min
502 km.
from $6.55
Bus
8 h 41 min
402 km.
from $15.54
Train
11 h 45 min
402 km.
from $9.09
Bus, Train (Bus)
10 h 43 min
401 km.
from $10.93
Bus, Train (Fly Koggala to Sigiriya Airport)
29 h 18 min
401 km.
from $333.70
Taxi, Plane
5 h 44 min
401 km.
from $328.46

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

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 Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$3.94
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

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
Bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.21

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Jaffna Fort is to train which costs $2.61 - $13.04 and takes 11h 45m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Jaffna Fort?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Jaffna Fort. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Jaffna via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Jaffna Fort?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Jaffna Fort. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Jaffna via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Galle to Jaffna Fort?

The distance between Galle and Jaffna Fort is 510 km. The road distance is 502.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Jaffna Fort without a car is to bus which takes 8h 41m and costs $9.78 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Galle to Jaffna Fort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Jaffna Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Jaffna Fort train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Jaffna Fort?

The best way to get from Galle to Jaffna Fort is to bus which takes 8h 41m and costs $9.78 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $13.04 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Galle to Jaffna Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Jaffna Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Jaffna Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Jaffna Fort is 502 km. It takes approximately 7h 56m to drive from Galle to Jaffna Fort.

Where can I stay near Jaffna Fort?

There are 151+ hotels available in Jaffna Fort. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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