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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Kankesanturai is to bus which costs Rs. 2484 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Kankesanturai is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs Rs. 110000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Kankesanturai?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Kankesanturai. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Kankesanturai via Jaffna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Kankesanturai?

No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Kankesanturai. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Kankesanturai via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Kankesanturai?

The distance between Chilaw and Kankesanturai is 345 km. The road distance is 321.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Kankesanturai without a car is to bus which takes 6h 7m and costs Rs. 2484.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Chilaw to Kankesanturai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Kankesanturai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Kankesanturai train from?

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

Train or bus from Chilaw to Kankesanturai?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Kankesanturai is to bus which takes 6h 7m and costs Rs. 2484. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Chilaw to Kankesanturai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chilaw to Kankesanturai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chilaw to Kankesanturai?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Kankesanturai is 322 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Chilaw to Kankesanturai.

Where can I stay near Kankesanturai?

There are 250+ hotels available in Kankesanturai.

Chilaw to Kankesanturai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Chilaw to Kankesanturai by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chilaw to Jaffnabus
6h 7m
Rs 2,484
Train
1. Take the train from Chilaw to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Kankesanturaitrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
11h 44m
Rs 2,528–6,304
Drive 321.9 km
1. Drive from Chilaw to Kankesanturaicar 321.9 km
5h 55m
Rs 14,457–20,883
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 21m
Rs 110,219–218,037
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chilaw to Vavuniyabus
2. Take the train from Vavuniya to Kankesanturaitrain Colombo / ...
6h 14m

Chilaw to Kankesanturai by bus

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6h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345.1 km
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Chilaw, Sri Lanka and Kankesanturai, 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 Kankesanturai via Ragama in around 11h 44m.

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