How to Travel from
Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya
by Plane or Car
Schedule
Jaffna, Sri Lanka → Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya
Composite routes from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya
Cheapest
6 h 49 min
Car
394 km.
from $21
Transport providers
Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Jaffna to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.44–$190.56
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 Jaffna to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Bus operators
NCG Express
Bus from Jaffna to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
National Transport Commission
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.92
Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT
Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.67
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya?
The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya is to train and bus which costs $3.37 - $9.78 and takes 11h 32m.
What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya?
The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya is to drive which takes 6h 49m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Nuwara Eliya?
No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.
How far is it from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya?
The distance between Jaffna and Nuwara Eliya is 425 km. The road distance is 392.1 km.
How do I travel from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya without a car?
The best way to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to train and taxi which takes 7h 1m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .
How long does it take to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya?
It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya bus from?
Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Jaffna station.
Where does the Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?
Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.
Can I drive from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya?
Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya is 392 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Jaffna to Nuwara Eliya.
Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?
There are 740+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya. Prices start at $90.72 per night.
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