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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 2484 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Jaffna is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs Rs. 2484.

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chilaw and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Jaffna via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Jaffna?

The distance between Chilaw and Jaffna is 329 km. The road distance is 310.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs Rs. 2484.

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

The bus from Chilaw to Jaffna takes 4h 47m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Jaffna bus from?

Chilaw to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Chilaw station.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Chilaw to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Jaffna is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs Rs. 2484. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Chilaw to Jaffna bus arrive?

Chilaw to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.

Where does the Chilaw to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chilaw to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Jaffna is 310 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Chilaw to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 221+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Chilaw to Jaffna - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Chilaw to Jaffna by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chilaw to Jaffnabus
4h 47m
Rs 2,484
Train
1. Take the train from Chilaw to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Jaffnatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
10h 58m
Rs 2,528–6,304
Drive 310.1 km
1. Drive from Chilaw to Jaffnacar 310.1 km
5h 38m
Rs 13,955–20,158
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Chilaw to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 26m
Rs 110,619–218,537

Chilaw to Jaffna by bus

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Distance: 329.3 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Chilaw, Sri Lanka and Jaffna, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Chilaw to Jaffna twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,484 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chilaw to Jaffna via Ragama in around 10h 58m.

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