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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Haputale

Composite routes from Jaffna to Haputale

Cheapest
7 h 42 min
Car
437 km.
from $24
Other
7 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
338 km.
from $134.04
12 h 29 min
338 km.
from $6.96
12 h 52 min
338 km.
from $37.11
7 h 2 min
Bus, Plane
338 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Jaffna to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.90–$177.85

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$762.22

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:
$1.91–$6.35
Train from Polgahawela to Haputale
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.68

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.78–$3.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Haputale is to train which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 12h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Haputale is to fly and drive which takes 7h 26m and costs $76.09 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Haputale?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Haputale. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Haputale via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 29m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Haputale?

The distance between Jaffna and Haputale is 512 km. The road distance is 437.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Haputale without a car is to train which takes 12h 29m and costs $2.61 - $8.70 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Jaffna to Haputale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Haputale train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Haputale?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Haputale is to train which takes 12h 29m and costs $2.61 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $28.26 and takes 12h 52m. There are no good options to fly between Jaffna to Haputale.

Where does the Jaffna to Haputale train arrive?

Jaffna to Haputale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Haputale?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Haputale is 438 km. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Jaffna to Haputale.

Where can I stay near Haputale?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Haputale. Prices start at $46.27 per night.
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