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

The cheapest way to get from Gampaha to Kilinochchi is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampaha to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3500.

Is there a direct bus between Gampaha and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Gampaha to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Nittambuwa and arriving at Kilinochchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Gampaha and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampaha and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Gampaha to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Gampaha and Kilinochchi is 306 km. The road distance is 306.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampaha to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Gampaha to Kilinochchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Kilinochchi bus from?

Gampaha to Kilinochchi bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Nittambuwa station.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Kilinochchi train from?

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

Train or bus from Gampaha to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Gampaha to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Gampaha to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gampaha to Kilinochchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampaha to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampaha to Kilinochchi is 307 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Gampaha to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are nine+ hotels available in Kilinochchi.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kilinochchibus
4h 31m
Rs 3,146–3,459
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Kilinochchitrain Colombo / ...
5h 17m
Rs 1,300–3,300
Drive 306.5 km
1. Drive from Gampaha to Kilinochchicar 306.5 km
5h 8m
Rs 13,784–19,910
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gampaha to Kilinochchitaxi 306.5 km
5h 8m
Rs 15,000–19,000
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 Kilinochchibus
4h 41m
Fly to Jaffna, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
2. Take the train from Chunnakam to Kilinochchitrain
6h 58m
Rs 102,125–210,023

Gampaha to Kilinochchi by train

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 306.4 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Nittambuwa to Kilinochchi once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,250–2,400 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Kilinochchi 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 5h 17m.

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