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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kalutara is to bus which costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2800 and takes 12h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kalutara is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 29m and costs Rs. 110000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Kalutara via Warakapola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kalutara South via Mount Lavinia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kalutara?

The distance between Jaffna and Kalutara is 445 km. The road distance is 431.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kalutara without a car is to bus via Ambepussa which takes 7h 59m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Jaffna to Kalutara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kalutara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kalutara train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Kalutara?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kalutara is to bus via Ambepussa which takes 7h 59m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Jaffna to Kalutara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Kalutara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kalutara?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Kalutara is 431 km. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Jaffna to Kalutara.

Where can I stay near Kalutara?

There are 842+ hotels available in Kalutara.

Jaffna to Kalutara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus via Ambepussa
best
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Warakapolabus
2. Take the bus from Warakapola to Kalutarabus
7h 59m
Rs 3,541–3,991
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Kalutarabus
12h 8m
Rs 2,103–2,750
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Mount Laviniatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
8h 19m
Rs 2,479–6,256
Drive 431.1 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Kalutaracar 431.1 km
7h 5m
Rs 19,593–28,301
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Kalutarataxi 431.1 km
7h 5m
Rs 21,000–26,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Kalutarataxi
5h 29m
Rs 110,939–186,110

Jaffna to Kalutara by train

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8h 19mAverage Duration

Rs 2,479Cheapest Price

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Distance: 444.6 km
Duration: 7h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Kachcheri to Kalutara via Warakapola in around 7h 59m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Mount Lavinia twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 46m.

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