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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Polgahawela is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Polgahawela is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Polgahawela?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Polgahawela. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Polgahawela via Kurunegala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Polgahawela?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Polgahawela Junction. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Polgahawela?

The distance between Jaffna and Polgahawela is 323 km. The road distance is 319.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Polgahawela without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300.

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

The train from Jaffna to Polgahawela Junction takes 5h 9m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Polgahawela bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Polgahawela train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Polgahawela?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Polgahawela is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 5000 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Jaffna to Polgahawela bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Polgahawela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Polgahawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Polgahawela is 319 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Jaffna to Polgahawela.

Where can I stay near Polgahawela?

There are 140+ hotels available in Polgahawela.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Jaffna to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
5h 9m
Rs 1,300–3,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Kurunegalabus
5h 42m
Rs 3,147–4,986
Drive 319.5 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Polgahawelacar 319.5 km
5h 30m
Rs 14,409–20,812
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Polgahawelataxi 319.5 km
5h 30m
Rs 16,000–19,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Polgahawelataxi
5h 19m
Rs 106,939–211,110

Jaffna to Polgahawela by train

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Distance: 322.8 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Polgahawela Junction 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 5h 9m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Kachcheri to Kurunegala once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,350–2,500 and the journey takes 4h 18m.

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