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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Kataragama

Composite routes from Jaffna to Kataragama

Cheapest
8 h 40 min
Car
493 km.
from $27
Other
5 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
390 km.
Select a ticket
14 h 48 min
Train, Bus
390 km.
from $9.87
14 h 6 min
Train, Taxi
390 km.
from $78.39
14 h 43 min
390 km.
from $17.78

Transport providers

Airlines

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:
$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 Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99
Train from Polgahawela to Haputale
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$3.81
Train from Jaffna to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26

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
Bus from Jaffna to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kataragama
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$4.70

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kataragama is to train and bus which costs $4.35 - $10.87 and takes 14h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kataragama is to drive which takes 8h 42m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Kataragama. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kataragama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kataragama?

The distance between Jaffna and Kataragama is 488 km. The road distance is 493.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kataragama without a car is to train and taxi which takes 14h 6m and costs $46.74 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Jaffna to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kataragama bus from?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Kataragama bus arrive?

Jaffna to Kataragama bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Kataragama is 493 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Jaffna to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 364+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.85 per night.
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