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How to Travel from

Ratnapura to Jaffna

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Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$241.37–$495.44

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$571.67
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$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 Kurunegala to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$6.02

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:
$10.18
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Rathnapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.83–$1.52
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.94–$6.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ratnapura to Jaffna is to bus which costs $4.02 - $7.61 and takes 13h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratnapura to Jaffna is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 34m and costs $173.91 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Ratnapura and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratnapura to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Rathnapura and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Ratnapura to Jaffna?

The distance between Ratnapura and Jaffna is 504 km. The road distance is 423.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratnapura to Jaffna without a car is to bus via Colombo which takes 9h 34m and costs $9.35 - $10 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 34m to get from Ratnapura to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratnapura to Jaffna bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ratnapura to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Ratnapura to Jaffna is to bus via Colombo which takes 9h 34m and costs $9.35 - $10 . There are no good options to train or bus between Ratnapura to Jaffna.

Where does the Ratnapura to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratnapura to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratnapura to Jaffna is 424 km. It takes approximately 7h 20m to drive from Ratnapura 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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