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7 h 56 min
502 km.
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502 km.
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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

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44
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 Mount
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.54–$8.89
Train from Mount Lavinia to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.70–$2.16
Train from Jaffna to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
8h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Jaffna to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.91–$6.22

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Galle is to train which costs $2.72 - $9.24 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Galle is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 15m and costs $184.78 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Galle?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Galle station. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Galle Bus Station via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Galle?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Galle. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Galle via Mount Lavinia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Galle?

The distance between Jaffna and Galle is 511 km. The road distance is 502.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Galle without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $9.78 - $11.41 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Jaffna to Galle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Galle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Galle train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Galle?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Galle is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $9.78 - $11.41 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.72 - $9.24 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Jaffna to Galle bus arrive?

Jaffna to Galle bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Where does the Jaffna to Galle train arrive?

Jaffna to Galle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Galle?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Galle is 503 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Jaffna to Galle.

Where can I stay near Galle?

There are 3372+ hotels available in Galle. Prices start at $34.39 per night.
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