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Ratnapura to Kilinochchi

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6 h 10 min
358 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi

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Cheapest
By car (358 km)
6 h 10 min
358 km.
from $19
Other
Rideshare
6 h 10 min
358 km.
from $13.62
Bus
8 h 24 min
300 km.
from $14.46
Bus, Train
9 h 4 min
300 km.
from $6.67
Taxi, Plane (Taxi)
6 h 3 min
300 km.
from $10.87
Taxi, Plane (Taxi)
8 h 25 min
300 km.
from $539.73

Transport providers

Airlines

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:
$241.37–$508.15
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99
Train from Kurunegala to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
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 Pettah to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18
Bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Rathnapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.89–$1.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi is to bus and train which costs $2.50 - $7.61 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi is to drive which takes 6h 16m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ratnapura and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Rathnapura and arriving at Kilinochchi via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Ratnapura and Kilinochchi is 419 km. The road distance is 359.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs $9.24 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratnapura to Kilinochchi bus from?

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

Where does the Ratnapura to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratnapura to Kilinochchi is 359 km. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Ratnapura to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are eight+ hotels available in Kilinochchi. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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