What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya is to bus which costs Rs. 470 - Rs. 520 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna (Station) and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jaffna and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna (Station) and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya?

The distance between Jaffna (Station) and Vavuniya is 143 km. The road distance is 139.2 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya?

The train from Jaffna to Vavuniya takes 1h 51m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya bus from?

Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Jaffna station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya train from?

Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train or bus from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 470 - Rs. 520 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya bus arrive?

Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Vavuniya station.

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya train arrive?

Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Vavuniya station.

Can I drive from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are 13+ hotels available in Vavuniya.

Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Vavuniyatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2h 7m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Vavuniyabus Jaffna
3h 15m
Rs 470–520
Drive 139.2 km
1. Drive from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniyacar 139.2 km
2h 25m
Rs 6,281–9,073
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniyataxi 139.2 km
2h 25m
Rs 7,000–8,500

Jaffna (Station) to Vavuniya by foot and train

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2h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.2 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Jaffna (Station), Sri Lanka and Vavuniya, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Vavuniya 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Jaffna to Vavuniya every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 470–520 and the journey takes 3h 15m. NCG Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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