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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Dambulla

Composite routes from Jaffna to Dambulla

Cheapest
4 h 19 min
Car
245 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$3.81

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Anuradhapura to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.14
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.41–$4.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla is to train and bus which costs $1.52 - $4.24 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna (Station) and Dambulla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Dambulla. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla?

The distance between Jaffna (Station) and Dambulla is 251 km. The road distance is 245.2 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla without a car is to bus via Kachcheri which takes 3h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla?

The bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla bus from?

Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla bus arrive?

Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Dambulla station.

Can I drive from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla is 245 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Jaffna (Station) to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 754+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $19.99 per night.
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