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Jaffna to Pigeon Island

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502 km.
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Transport providers

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

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

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 Pigeon Island?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Pigeon Island?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Pigeon Island is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $9.78 - $11.41 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Pigeon Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Pigeon Island 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 Pigeon Island?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Pigeon Island. 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 Pigeon Island?

The distance between Jaffna and Pigeon Island is 511 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna to Pigeon Island without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Pigeon Island 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 Pigeon Island?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Pigeon Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Pigeon Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Pigeon Island?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Pigeon Island 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 Pigeon Island bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Jaffna and Pigeon Island?

It is currently 15:13 at both, Jaffna and Pigeon Island.

Where does the Jaffna to Pigeon Island train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Pigeon Island?

There are 4033+ hotels available in Pigeon Island. Prices start at $34.39 per night.
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