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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kegalle to Jaffna

Composite routes from Kegalle to Jaffna

Cheapest
5 h 43 min
Car
333 km.
from $18

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Polgahawela Junction to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.91–$6.40

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Nittambuwa to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kegalle to Jaffna is to train which costs $4.13 - $9.24 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kegalle to Jaffna is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $4.13 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Kegalle and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kegalle to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kegalle and arriving at Jaffna via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Kegalle to Jaffna?

The distance between Kegalle and Jaffna is 335 km. The road distance is 333.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kegalle to Jaffna without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $4.13 - $9.24 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Kegalle to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Jaffna bus from?

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

Train or bus from Kegalle to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kegalle to Jaffna is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $4.13 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.02 - $9.46 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Kegalle to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kegalle to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kegalle to Jaffna is 333 km. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Kegalle to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 153+ hotels available in Jaffna. Prices start at $11.42 per night.
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