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 Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300 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 fly which takes 5h and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Gampaha and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Gampaha to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Gampaha and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampaha and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, 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 370 km. The road distance is 370.5 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 train which takes 6h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300.

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

The train from Gampaha to Jaffna takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Jaffna bus from?

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

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, bus or fly from Gampaha to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Gampaha to Jaffna is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3800 - Rs. 6000 and takes 7h 38m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 170000 and takes 5h.

Where does the Gampaha to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

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 371 km. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Gampaha to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 232+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
6h 10m
Rs 1,300–3,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
7h 38m
Rs 3,891–5,550
Drive 370.5 km
1. Drive from Gampaha to Jaffnacar 370.5 km
6h 13m
Rs 16,841–24,326
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gampaha to Jaffnataxi 370.5 km
6h 13m
Rs 18,000–22,000
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
5h 46m
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h
Rs 96,335–167,623

Gampaha to Jaffna by train

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Distance: 369.5 km
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Gampaha, Western, Sri Lanka and Jaffna, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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