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By car (318 km)
5 h 34 min
318 km.
from $17
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5 h 34 min
318 km.
from $12.10

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.91–$6.10

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Nittambuwa
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.43

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kandy is to bus which costs $9.24 - $10.33 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kandy is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $8.70 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Kandy station. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kandy?

The distance between Jaffna and Kandy is 343 km. The road distance is 319 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kandy without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $8.70 - $14.13 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Jaffna to Kandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kandy bus from?

Jaffna to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Jaffna station.

Train or bus from Jaffna to Kandy?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kandy is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $8.70 - $14.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $10.33 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Jaffna to Kandy bus arrive?

Jaffna to Kandy bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Nittambuwa station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Kandy is 319 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Jaffna to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Kandy. Prices start at $24.38 per night.
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