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How to Travel from

Unawatuna to Jaffna

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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 Unawatuna to Fort
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$7.36
Train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Unawatuna to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03
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
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Unawatuna to Jaffna is to train via Colombo which costs $2.72 - $13.04 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Unawatuna to Jaffna is to drive which takes 7h 52m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct train between Unawatuna and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Unawatuna to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Unawatuna and arriving at Jaffna via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Unawatuna to Jaffna?

The distance between Unawatuna and Jaffna is 513 km. The road distance is 499.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Unawatuna to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $11.96 - $14.13 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Unawatuna to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Unawatuna to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Unawatuna to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Unawatuna to Jaffna is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs $11.96 - $14.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.72 - $14.13 and takes 10h 49m.

What is the time difference between Unawatuna and Jaffna?

It is currently 14:25 at both, Unawatuna and Jaffna.

Where does the Unawatuna to Jaffna train arrive?

Unawatuna to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Unawatuna to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Unawatuna to Jaffna is 500 km. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Unawatuna 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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