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8 h 10 min
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Seven ways to Travel from Matara to Jaffna

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Cheapest
By car (527 km)
8 h 10 min
527 km.
from $28
Other
Rideshare
8 h 10 min
527 km.
from $6.87
Bus
9 h 50 min
416 km.
from $16.04
Train
12 h 25 min
416 km.
from $10
Bus, Train
10 h 15 min
416 km.
from $7.49
Plane, Bus
27 h 31 min
416 km.
Plane
7 h 33 min
416 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$584.37
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$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 Matara to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42
Train from Bambalapitiya to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
8h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Jaffna is to train which costs $2.83 - $15.22 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Jaffna is to drive which takes 8h 13m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Jaffna via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Matara to Jaffna?

The distance between Matara and Jaffna is 572 km. The road distance is 528 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $10.33 - $11.41 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Matara to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Jaffna bus from?

Matara to Jaffna bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matara to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Matara to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Matara to Jaffna is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $10.33 - $11.41 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.83 - $15.22 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Matara to Jaffna bus arrive?

Matara to Jaffna bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Matara to Jaffna train arrive?

Matara to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Matara to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Jaffna is 528 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Matara 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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