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

The cheapest way to get from Gampaha to Kankesanturai is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampaha to Kankesanturai is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 210000.

Is there a direct bus between Gampaha and Kankesanturai?

No, there is no direct bus from Gampaha to Kankesanturai. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Kankesanturai via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Gampaha and Kankesanturai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampaha and arriving at Kankesanturai. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Gampaha to Kankesanturai?

The distance between Gampaha and Kankesanturai is 387 km. The road distance is 382.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampaha to Kankesanturai without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400.

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

The train from Gampaha to Kankesanturai takes 6h 34m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Kankesanturai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Kankesanturai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gampaha to Kankesanturai?

The best way to get from Gampaha to Kankesanturai is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3800 - Rs. 6000 and takes 8h 3m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 210000 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Gampaha to Kankesanturai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gampaha to Kankesanturai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampaha to Kankesanturai?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampaha to Kankesanturai is 383 km. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Gampaha to Kankesanturai.

Where can I stay near Kankesanturai?

There are 240+ hotels available in Kankesanturai.

Gampaha to Kankesanturai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Kankesanturaitrain Colombo / ...
6h 34m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Kankesanturaibus
8h 3m
Rs 3,891–5,650
Drive 382.9 km
1. Drive from Gampaha to Kankesanturaicar 382.9 km
6h 30m
Rs 17,217–24,869
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gampaha to Kankesanturaitaxi 382.9 km
6h 30m
Rs 21,000–25,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
4h 48m
Rs 100,985–207,123

Gampaha to Kankesanturai by train

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Distance: 387.4 km
Duration: 6h 34m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Kankesanturai 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 34m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Kankesanturai once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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