What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 180000.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Jaffna via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Jaffna?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Jaffna is 392 km. The road distance is 364.6 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Jaffna without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna?

The bus from Ja-Ela to Jaffna takes 5h 36m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Jaffna bus from?

Ja-Ela to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ja-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Jaffna train from?

Ja-Ela to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train, bus or fly from Ja-Ela to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 46m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 180000 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Jaffna bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Jaffna train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Jaffna station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Jaffna is 365 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Ja-Ela to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 230+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Jaffna by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Jaffnabus
5h 36m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ragama to Jaffnatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 46m
Rs 2,472–6,223
Drive 364.6 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Jaffnacar 364.6 km
6h 35m
Rs 16,610–23,992
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 38m
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
4h 52m
Rs 94,757–175,758

Ja-Ela to Jaffna by bus

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5h 36mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 392.2 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Jaffna, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Ja-Ela to Jaffna twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 5h 36m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Jaffna once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 7h 32m.

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