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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Hatton is to bus which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2900 and takes 15h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Hatton is to drive which takes 6h 46m and costs Rs. 17000 - Rs. 25000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Hatton?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Hatton. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Hatton via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Hatton?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Hatton. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Hatton via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Hatton?

The distance between Jaffna and Hatton is 422 km. The road distance is 384.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Hatton without a car is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Jaffna to Hatton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Hatton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Hatton train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Hatton?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Hatton is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus via Colombo, which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 3800 and takes 12h 12m.

Where does the Jaffna to Hatton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Hatton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Hatton?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Hatton is 384 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Jaffna to Hatton.

Where can I stay near Hatton?

There are 1028+ hotels available in Hatton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Hattontrain Colombo
9h 40m
Rs 2,579–6,241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Hattonbus
15h 35m
Rs 2,003–2,850
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Hattonbus
12h 12m
Rs 3,250–3,750
Drive 384.5 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Hattoncar 384.5 km
6h 46m
Rs 17,254–24,923
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Hattontaxi 384.5 km
6h 46m
Rs 21,000–26,000

Jaffna to Hatton by train

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9h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422.4 km
Duration: 9h 40m

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

You can take a train from Jaffna to Hatton via Polgahawela in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jaffna to Hatton via Pettah and Colombo in around 12h 12m.

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