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By car (432 km)
7 h 10 min
432 km.
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7 h 10 min
432 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 Kalutara South to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.37–$1.08
Train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26
Train from Dehiwala to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
8h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.54–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Panadura to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
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 Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.07–$6.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kalutara to Jaffna is to train via Colombo which costs $2.39 - $8.15 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalutara to Jaffna is to drive which takes 7h 12m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct train between Kalutara and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Kalutara to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kalutara South and arriving at Jaffna via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Kalutara to Jaffna?

The distance between Kalutara and Jaffna is 449 km. The road distance is 431.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kalutara to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs $14.67 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Kalutara to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalutara to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Kalutara to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kalutara to Jaffna is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs $14.67 - $16.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.39 - $8.15 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Kalutara to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kalutara to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalutara to Jaffna is 431 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Kalutara 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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