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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Giriulla is to train which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 5000 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Giriulla is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 180000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Giriulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Giriulla. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Warakapola via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Giriulla?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Giriulla. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Polgahawela Junction via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Giriulla?

The distance between Jaffna and Giriulla is 361 km. The road distance is 323.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Giriulla without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 4100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Jaffna to Giriulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Giriulla bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Giriulla train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Giriulla?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Giriulla is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 4100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 5000 and takes 5h 36m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 180000 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Jaffna to Giriulla bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Giriulla train arrive?

Jaffna to Giriulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Giriulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Giriulla is 323 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Jaffna to Giriulla.

Where can I stay near Giriulla?

There are 132+ hotels available in Giriulla.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Warakapolabus
5h 25m
Rs 3,691–4,091
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
5h 36m
Rs 2,679–4,941
Drive 323.3 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Giriullacar 323.3 km
5h 54m
Rs 14,692–21,222
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Giriullataxi 323.3 km
5h 54m
Rs 16,000–20,000
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 53m
Rs 100,939–173,110

Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

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6h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 88,939Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.7 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Giriulla, North Western, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Kachcheri to Warakapola once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,650–2,800 and the journey takes 5h 3m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Polgahawela Junction 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 5h 9m.

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