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By car (369 km)
6 h 19 min
369 km.
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6 h 19 min
369 km.
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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

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Gampaha to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.29–$7.62

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gampaha to Jaffna is to train which costs $1.96 - $6.52 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampaha to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h and costs $16.30 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct train between Gampaha and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampaha and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Gampaha to Jaffna?

The distance between Gampaha and Jaffna is 399 km. The road distance is 369.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampaha to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $16.30 - $18.48 .

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Gampaha to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Gampaha to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Gampaha to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h and costs $16.30 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.96 - $6.52 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Gampaha to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampaha to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampaha to Jaffna is 370 km. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from Gampaha 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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