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How to Travel from

Kataragama to Jaffna

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Weerawila International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
21h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$698.70
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Haputale to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
6h 39m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.56
Train from Polgahawela Junction to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Tissamaharama to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.54–$4.57
Bus from Kataragama to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.79–$4.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kataragama to Jaffna is to bus which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 15h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kataragama to Jaffna is to drive which takes 8h 42m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Kataragama and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kataragama to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kataragama and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 28m.

How far is it from Kataragama to Jaffna?

The distance between Kataragama and Jaffna is 668 km. The road distance is 493.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kataragama to Jaffna without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 10m and costs $10.87 - $19.57 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 10m to get from Kataragama to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kataragama to Jaffna bus from?

Kataragama to Jaffna bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kataragama station.

Train, bus or fly from Kataragama to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kataragama to Jaffna is to bus which takes 15h 28m and costs $10.87 - $14.13 . There are no good options to train or fly between Kataragama to Jaffna.

Where does the Kataragama to Jaffna bus arrive?

Kataragama to Jaffna bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kataragama to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kataragama to Jaffna is 493 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Kataragama 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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