How to Travel from
Palai to Jaffna
by Train or Car
Schedule
Palai, Sri Lanka → Jaffna, Sri Lanka
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Palai to Jaffna
Composite routes from Palai to Jaffna
Cheapest
41 min
Car
40 km.
from $2
Transport providers
Train operators
Sri Lanka Railways
Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Palai to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.34–$1.02
Bus operators
NCG Express
Bus from Pallai to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Palai to Jaffna?
The cheapest way to get from Palai to Jaffna is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 29 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Palai to Jaffna?
The fastest way to get from Palai to Jaffna is to train which takes 29 min and costs $1 - $1 .
Is there a direct bus between Palai and Jaffna?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pallai and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.
Is there a direct train between Palai and Jaffna?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palai and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.
How far is it from Palai to Jaffna?
The distance between Palai and Jaffna is 38 km. The road distance is 40 km.
How do I travel from Palai to Jaffna without a car?
The best way to get from Palai to Jaffna without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $1 - $1 .
How long does it take to get from Palai to Jaffna?
The train from Palai to Jaffna takes 29 min including transfers and departs three times a day.
Where do I catch the Palai to Jaffna bus from?
Palai to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pallai station.
Where do I catch the Palai to Jaffna train from?
Palai to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Palai station.
Train or bus from Palai to Jaffna?
The best way to get from Palai to Jaffna is to train which takes 29 min and costs $1 - $1 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 40 min.
Where does the Palai to Jaffna bus arrive?
Palai to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.
Where does the Palai to Jaffna train arrive?
Palai to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Jaffna station.
Can I drive from Palai to Jaffna?
Yes, the driving distance between Palai to Jaffna is 40 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Palai 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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