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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Chilaw is to bus which costs Rs. 2635 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Chilaw is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 2635.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Chilaw?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jaffna and arriving at Chilaw. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Chilaw via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Chilaw?

The distance between Jaffna and Chilaw is 330 km. The road distance is 309.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Chilaw without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 2635.

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

The bus from Jaffna to Chilaw takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Chilaw bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Chilaw train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Chilaw?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Chilaw is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 2635. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 11h 54m.

Where does the Jaffna to Chilaw bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Chilaw train arrive?

Jaffna to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Chilaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Chilaw is 310 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Jaffna to Chilaw.

Where can I stay near Chilaw?

There are 55+ hotels available in Chilaw.

Jaffna to Chilaw - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Chilawbus
4h 40m
Rs 2,635
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Ragamatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
2. Take the train from Ragama to Chilawtrain Colombo
11h 54m
Rs 2,579–6,219
Drive 309.6 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Chilawcar 309.6 km
5h 38m
Rs 14,112–20,383
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Chilawtaxi 309.6 km
5h 38m
Rs 47,000–60,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Chilawtaxi
5h 9m
Rs 104,939–179,110

Jaffna to Chilaw by bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

Rs 2,635Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Chilaw twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,635 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jaffna to Chilaw via Ragama in around 11h 54m.

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