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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Kataragama Temple

Composite routes from Jaffna to Kataragama Temple

Cheapest
8 h 39 min
Car
492 km.
from $27
Other
5 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
388 km.
Select a ticket
14 h 54 min
Train, Bus
388 km.
from $9.87
14 h 6 min
Train, Taxi
387 km.
from $78.39
14 h 49 min
388 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 temple?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kataragama temple is to train and bus which costs $4.35 - $10.87 and takes 14h 54m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kataragama temple?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Kataragama temple. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kataragama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kataragama temple?

The distance between Jaffna and Kataragama temple is 488 km. The road distance is 492.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kataragama temple 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 temple?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kataragama temple bus from?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Kataragama temple bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kataragama temple?

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

Where can I stay near Kataragama temple?

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