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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Puttalam to Jaffna

Composite routes from Puttalam to Jaffna

Cheapest
4 h 46 min
Car
271 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Galgamuwa to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.52–$4.83

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Puttalam to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.59

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Jaffna is to bus which costs $7.35 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Jaffna is to bus which takes 4h and costs $7.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puttalam and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Puttalam to Jaffna?

The distance between Puttalam and Jaffna is 276 km. The road distance is 271.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $7.35 .

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

The bus from Puttalam to Jaffna takes 4h including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Jaffna is 271 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Puttalam 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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