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Kantale to Jaffna

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By car (263 km)
4 h 34 min
263 km.
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4 h 34 min
263 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 Medawachchiya to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.08–$3.43
Train from Kantale Station to Maho
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.41
Train from Maho to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.34

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kantale to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.64–$9.15

National Transport Commission

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kantale to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kantale to Jaffna is to taxi and train which takes 4h 33m and costs $44.57 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Kantale and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kantale to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kantale and arriving at Kachcheri via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Kantale and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Kantale station to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kantale Station and arriving at Jaffna via Maho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Kantale to Jaffna?

The distance between Kantale and Jaffna is 287 km. The road distance is 263.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kantale to Jaffna without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h 33m and costs $44.57 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Kantale to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Jaffna bus from?

Kantale to Jaffna bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Kantale station.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Jaffna train from?

Kantale to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kantale Station.

Train, bus or fly from Kantale to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kantale to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 9h 5m. There are no good options to fly between Kantale to Jaffna.

Where does the Kantale to Jaffna bus arrive?

Kantale to Jaffna bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Kantale to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kantale to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kantale to Jaffna is 263 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Kantale to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 151+ hotels available in Jaffna. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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