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Five ways to Travel from Jaffna to Chenkalady

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Cheapest
By car (350 km)
6 h 13 min
350 km.
from $19
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Rideshare
6 h 13 min
350 km.
from $13.32
Bus
7 h 1 min
272 km.
Train
9 h 38 min
272 km.
from $6.52
Bus via Vavuniya
10 h 55 min
272 km.
from $11.11

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Maho
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.34
Train from Maho Junction to Eravur
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.07

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

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Eravur
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.40–$2.54
Bus from Vavuniya to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Chenkalady is to train which costs $2.50 - $8.15 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Chenkalady is to drive which takes 6h 15m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Chenkalady?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Chenkalady. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Eravur via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Chenkalady?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Chenkalady station. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Eravur Station via Maho Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Chenkalady?

The distance between Jaffna and Chenkalady is 398 km. The road distance is 350.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Chenkalady without a car is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Jaffna to Chenkalady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Chenkalady bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Chenkalady train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Chenkalady?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Chenkalady is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.50 - $8.15 and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Jaffna to Chenkalady bus arrive?

Jaffna to Chenkalady bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Jaffna to Chenkalady train arrive?

Jaffna to Chenkalady train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maho station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Chenkalady?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Chenkalady is 350 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Jaffna to Chenkalady.

Where can I stay near Chenkalady?

There are 79+ hotels available in Chenkalady. Prices start at $22.60 per night.
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