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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Giritale is to train which costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 7000 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Giritale is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 18000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Giritale?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Giritale. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Polonnaruwa via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Giritale?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Giritale. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Hingurakgoda via Maho Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Giritale?

The distance between Jaffna and Giritale is 302 km. The road distance is 269.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Giritale without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Jaffna to Giritale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Giritale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Giritale train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Giritale?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Giritale is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Jaffna to Giritale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Giritale train arrive?

Jaffna to Giritale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maho station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Giritale?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Giritale is 270 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Jaffna to Giritale.

Where can I stay near Giritale?

There are 904+ hotels available in Giritale.

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

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Dambullabus
2. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Giritaletaxi
4h 9m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Mahotrain Kankesanthurai / ...
2. Take the train from Maho Junction to Hingurakgodatrain Colombo
7h 37m
Rs 3,116–6,855
Drive 269.5 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Giritalecar 269.5 km
4h 41m
Rs 12,285–17,744
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Giritaletaxi 269.5 km
4h 41m
Rs 13,000–16,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polonnaruwabus Wellawatta
5h 34m

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Distance: 301.7 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Jaffna to Giritale via Maho Junction and Hingurakgoda in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kachcheri to Giritale via Dambulla, Dambulla, and Polonnaruwa in around 5h 34m.

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