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Jaffna to Ratnapura

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7 h 12 min
421 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Jaffna to Ratnapura

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Cheapest
By car (421 km)
7 h 12 min
421 km.
from $23
Other
Rideshare
7 h 12 min
421 km.
from $16.02
Bus via Colombo
8 h 43 min
334 km.
from $10.30
Train, Bus
8 h 48 min
334 km.
from $7.04
Bus, Plane (Fly Jaffna to Bandaranaike International Airport)
6 h 4 min
333 km.
from $237.45
Bus
12 h 30 min
334 km.
from $7.93
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sigiriya Airport)
9 h 28 min
333 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:
$58.44–$190.56

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 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 Jaffna to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
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 Rathnapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.89–$1.65
Bus from Jaffna to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.99
Bus from Embilipitiya to Rathnapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Ratnapura is to bus which costs $4.24 - $7.61 and takes 12h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Ratnapura is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 4m and costs $152.17 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Ratnapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Ratnapura. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Rathnapura via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Ratnapura?

The distance between Jaffna and Ratnapura is 511 km. The road distance is 422.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ratnapura without a car is to bus via Colombo which takes 8h 43m and costs $9.78 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Jaffna to Ratnapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Ratnapura bus from?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Ratnapura bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Ratnapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Ratnapura is 423 km. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Jaffna to Ratnapura.

Where can I stay near Ratnapura?

There are 88+ hotels available in Ratnapura. Prices start at $6.87 per night.
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