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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Dambulla

Composite routes from Jaffna to Dambulla

Cheapest
4 h 20 min
Car
246 km.
from $13
Other
5 h 8 min
Train, Bus
212 km.
from $3.80

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:
$1.27–$3.94

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
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–$1.21
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.54–$5.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Dambulla is to train and bus which costs $1.63 - $4.35 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Dambulla is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Dambulla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jaffna and arriving at Dambulla. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Dambulla?

The distance between Jaffna and Dambulla is 257 km. The road distance is 246.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Dambulla without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $1.63 - $4.35 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Jaffna to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Dambulla bus from?

Jaffna to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Jaffna station.

Where does the Jaffna to Dambulla bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Dambulla is 246 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Jaffna to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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