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How to Travel from

Batticaloa to Jaffna

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
18h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$762.22

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Batticaloa to Maho
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.32
Train from Maho to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.34

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Batticaloa to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91
Bus from Vavuniya to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.40–$2.54

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna is to drive which takes 6h 33m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Batticaloa and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Batticaloa to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Kachcheri via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Batticaloa and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Batticaloa to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Jaffna via Maho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Jaffna?

The distance between Batticaloa and Jaffna is 410 km. The road distance is 365.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Jaffna bus from?

Batticaloa to Jaffna bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Batticaloa station.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Jaffna train from?

Batticaloa to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Batticaloa station.

Train or bus from Batticaloa to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 9h 56m.

Where does the Batticaloa to Jaffna bus arrive?

Batticaloa to Jaffna bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Batticaloa to Jaffna train arrive?

Batticaloa to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maho Junction station.

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Jaffna is 366 km. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Batticaloa 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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