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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Nanuoya is to bus which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2900 and takes 16h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Nanuoya is to drive which takes 6h 59m and costs Rs. 17000 - Rs. 26000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Nanuoya?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Nanuoya. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Nanuoya via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Nanuoya?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Nanuoya. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Nanuoya via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Nanuoya?

The distance between Jaffna and Nanuoya is 465 km. The road distance is 395.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Nanuoya without a car is to train which takes 11h 3m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 11h 3m to get from Jaffna to Nanuoya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Nanuoya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Nanuoya train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Nanuoya?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Nanuoya is to train which takes 11h 3m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus via Colombo, which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 3800 and takes 13h 10m.

Where does the Jaffna to Nanuoya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Nanuoya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Nanuoya?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Nanuoya is 396 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Jaffna to Nanuoya.

Where can I stay near Nanuoya?

There are 1124+ hotels available in Nanuoya.

Jaffna to Nanuoya - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Jaffna to Nanuoya 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 Nanuoyatrain Colombo
11h 3m
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 Nanuoyabus
16h 33m
Rs 2,003–2,850
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Nanuoyabus
13h 10m
Rs 3,250–3,750
Drive 395.6 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Nanuoyacar 395.6 km
6h 59m
Rs 17,798–25,707
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Nanuoyataxi 395.6 km
6h 59m
Rs 21,000–26,000

Jaffna to Nanuoya by train

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11h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 464.8 km
Duration: 11h 3m

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

You can take a train from Jaffna to Nanuoya via Polgahawela in around 11h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jaffna to Nanuoya via Pettah and Colombo in around 13h 10m.

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