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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala is to bus via Vavuniya which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1200 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs Rs. 2350 - Rs. 2500.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kurunegala?

The distance between Jaffna and Kurunegala is 305 km. The road distance is 301.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala without a car is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs Rs. 2350 - Rs. 2500.

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

The bus from Kachcheri to Kurunegala takes 4h 18m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kurunegala train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs Rs. 2350 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Jaffna to Kurunegala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Kurunegala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Kurunegala is 302 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Jaffna to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 107+ hotels available in Kurunegala.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Jaffna to Kurunegala by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Kurunegalabus
4h 18m
Rs 2,350–2,500
Bus via Vavuniya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Vavuniyabus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Kurunegalabus Jaffna
8h 32m
Rs 1,027–1,129
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Kurunegalatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
4h 45m
Rs 1,300–3,300
Drive 301.6 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Kurunegalacar 301.6 km
5h 12m
Rs 13,594–19,636
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Kurunegalataxi 301.6 km
5h 12m
Rs 16,000–20,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Kurunegalataxi
5h 15m
Rs 115,968–225,145

Jaffna to Kurunegala by bus

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 305.2 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Kachcheri to Kurunegala once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,350–2,500 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Kurunegala 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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