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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Bentota

Composite routes from Jaffna to Bentota

Cheapest
7 h 23 min
Car
455 km.
from $25

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Jaffna to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.90–$177.85

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:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Mount Lavinia to Bentota
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.38–$1.08
Train from Fort Station to Bentota
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.44–$1.21

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Panadura
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Jaffna to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.94–$6.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Bentota is to bus and train which costs $3.70 - $7.07 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Bentota is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 41m and costs $141.30 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Bentota?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Bentota. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Bentota via Mount Lavinia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Bentota?

The distance between Jaffna and Bentota is 472 km. The road distance is 455.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Bentota without a car is to bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $44.57 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Jaffna to Bentota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Bentota train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Bentota?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Bentota is to bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $44.57 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.39 - $8.15 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Jaffna to Bentota train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Bentota?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Bentota is 455 km. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Jaffna to Bentota.

Where can I stay near Bentota?

There are 798+ hotels available in Bentota. Prices start at $52.37 per night.
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