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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Dambulla

Composite routes from Jaffna to Dambulla

Cheapest
4 h 22 min
Car
245 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
2h 47m
4 times a day
$1.03–$3.26
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
NCG Express
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National Transport Commission
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NCG Express
Website
3h 18m
Once daily
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
National Transport Commission
Website
1h 45m
Hourly
$0.54–$0.98
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

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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