What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Bentota?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Bentota is to bus via Colombo which costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2800 and takes 12h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Bentota?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Bentota is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 44m and costs Rs. 120000 - Rs. 240000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Bentota?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Bentota. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Aluthgama via Warakapola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Bentota?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Bentota. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Bentota via Mount Lavinia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Bentota?

The distance between Jaffna and Bentota is 463 km. The road distance is 450.8 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna to Bentota without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Bentota without a car is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Jaffna to Bentota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Bentota bus from?

Jaffna to Bentota bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Bentota train from?

Jaffna to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train or bus from Jaffna to Bentota?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Bentota is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Jaffna to Bentota bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Bentota train arrive?

Jaffna to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Bentota?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Bentota is 451 km. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Jaffna to Bentota.

Where can I stay near Bentota?

There are 846+ hotels available in Bentota.

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There are 5 ways to get from Jaffna to Bentota by bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Warakapolabus
2. Take the bus from Warakapola to Aluthgamabus
8h 21m
Rs 3,542–3,991
Bus via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Aluthgamabus
12h 30m
Rs 2,103–2,750
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Mount Laviniatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
2. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Bentotatrain Maradana
8h 38m
Rs 2,579–6,256
Drive 450.8 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Bentotacar 450.8 km
7h 26m
Rs 20,348–29,392
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Bentotataxi
5h 44m
Rs 122,968–234,145

Jaffna to Bentota by train

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8h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 462.7 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Bentota, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Kachcheri to Aluthgama via Warakapola in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jaffna to Bentota via Mount Lavinia in around 8h 38m.

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