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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Kurunegala

Composite routes from Jaffna to Kurunegala

Cheapest
5 h 10 min
Car
300 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
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Sri Lanka Railways
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4h 45m
4 times a day
$1.63–$5.22
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
NCG Express
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National Transport Commission
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NCG Express
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4h 18m
Once daily
$7.93
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
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National Transport Commission
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3h 15m
Every 4 hours
$1.20–$2.17
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala is to bus via Vavuniya which costs $2.61 - $4.67 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $7.93 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kurunegala?

The distance between Jaffna and Kurunegala is 306 km. The road distance is 301.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala without a car is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $7.93 .

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

The bus from Kachcheri to Kurunegala takes 4h 18m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kurunegala train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $7.93 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.63 - $5.22 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Jaffna to Kurunegala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Kurunegala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Kurunegala is 302 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Jaffna to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 78+ hotels available in Kurunegala. Prices start at $14.63 per night.
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