What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs Rs. 90000 - Rs. 180000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Katunayake (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jaffna and arriving at Katunayake. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Katunayake (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station). However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Katunayake via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)?

The distance between Jaffna and Katunayake (Station) is 384 km. The road distance is 360.3 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)?

The bus from Jaffna to Katunayake takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) bus from?

Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Jaffna station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) train from?

Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 10h 15m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 90000 - Rs. 180000 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) bus arrive?

Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Katunayake station.

Where does the Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) train arrive?

Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) is 360 km. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station).

Where can I stay near Katunayake (Station)?

There are 1457+ hotels available in Katunayake (Station).

Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Katunayakebus
5h 30m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Ragamatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
10h 15m
Rs 2,479–6,219
Drive 360.3 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Katunayake (Station)car 360.3 km
6h 27m
Rs 16,287–23,526
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 19m
Rs 91,839–172,210

Jaffna to Katunayake (Station) by bus

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 383.6 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Katunayake (Station), Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Katunayake twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 8h 22m.

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