What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 53m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Mount-Lavinia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jaffna and arriving at Mount-Lavinia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Mount-Lavinia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Mount Lavinia. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia?

The distance between Jaffna and Mount-Lavinia is 409 km. The road distance is 404.4 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia?

The train from Jaffna to Mount Lavinia takes 6h 46m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia bus from?

Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Jaffna station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia train from?

Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train or bus from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia bus arrive?

Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Mount-Lavinia station.

Where does the Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia is 404 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia.

Where can I stay near Mount-Lavinia?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Mount-Lavinia.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Mount Laviniatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
6h 46m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Mount-Laviniabus
7h 10m
Rs 2,700
Drive 404.4 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Mount-Laviniacar 404.4 km
6h 48m
Rs 18,372–26,537
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Mount-Laviniataxi
4h 53m
Rs 101,939–185,110
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
11h 51m
Rs 1,300–1,700

Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia by train

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Distance: 409.2 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Mount-Lavinia, Sri Lanka?

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. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Mount-Lavinia 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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