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

The cheapest way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 8m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Dehiwala and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dehiwala and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Dehiwala to Jaffna?

The distance between Dehiwala and Jaffna is 413 km. The road distance is 403.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800.

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

The bus from Dehiwala to Jaffna takes 7h 25m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dehiwala to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Dehiwala to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Dehiwala to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dehiwala to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dehiwala to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehiwala to Jaffna is 404 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Dehiwala to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 221+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Dehiwala to Jaffna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dehiwala to Jaffna by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dehiwala to Jaffnabus
7h 25m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dehiwala to Jaffnatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 29m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 403.7 km
1. Drive from Dehiwala to Jaffnacar 403.7 km
6h 46m
Rs 18,151–26,217
Taxi, fly to Jaffna
1. Take the taxi from Dehiwala to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 8m
Rs 107,168–214,457
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
12h 23m
Rs 1,300–1,650
Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Dehiwala to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
6h 1m

Dehiwala to Jaffna by bus

20Weekly Buses

7h 25mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 413.2 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Dehiwala to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 7h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Dehiwala to Jaffna once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 8h 29m.

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