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How to Travel from

Jaffna to Batticaloa

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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 Maho
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.34
Train from Maho Junction to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.32

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.40–$2.54
Bus from Vavuniya to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Batticaloa is to train which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Batticaloa is to drive which takes 6h 33m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Batticaloa via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Batticaloa via Maho Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Batticaloa?

The distance between Jaffna and Batticaloa is 410 km. The road distance is 365.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Batticaloa without a car is to bus which takes 7h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Jaffna to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Batticaloa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Batticaloa train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Batticaloa?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Batticaloa is to bus which takes 7h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Jaffna to Batticaloa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Batticaloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Batticaloa is 365 km. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Jaffna to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 46+ hotels available in Batticaloa. Prices start at $7.86 per night.
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