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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Bandarawela

Composite routes from Jaffna to Bandarawela

Cheapest
7 h 34 min
Car
420 km.
from $23
Other
6 h 58 min
Bus, Plane, Taxi
333 km.
Select a ticket
12 h 55 min
332 km.
from $7.33
12 h 40 min
332 km.
from $30.67

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99
Train from Polgahawela to Bandarawela
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$3.94

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 Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Bandarawela is to train which costs $2.83 - $9.24 and takes 12h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Bandarawela is to drive which takes 7h 36m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Bandarawela?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Bandarawela. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Bandarawela via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Bandarawela?

The distance between Jaffna and Bandarawela is 561 km. The road distance is 420.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Bandarawela without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Jaffna to Bandarawela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Bandarawela train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Bandarawela?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Bandarawela is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.83 - $9.24 and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Jaffna to Bandarawela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Bandarawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Bandarawela is 420 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Jaffna to Bandarawela.

Where can I stay near Bandarawela?

There are 1143+ hotels available in Bandarawela. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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