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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Ramboda is to bus which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 4400 and takes 15h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Ramboda is to drive which takes 6h 27m and costs Rs. 16000 - Rs. 24000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Ramboda?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Ramboda. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Ramboda?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Ramboda. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Gampola via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Ramboda?

The distance between Jaffna and Ramboda is 420 km. The road distance is 366.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ramboda without a car is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 9000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Jaffna to Ramboda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Ramboda bus from?

Jaffna to Ramboda bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Jaffna station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Ramboda train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Ramboda?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ramboda is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 4400 and takes 15h 34m.

Where does the Jaffna to Ramboda bus arrive?

Jaffna to Ramboda bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Jaffna to Ramboda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Ramboda?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Ramboda is 366 km. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Jaffna to Ramboda.

Where can I stay near Ramboda?

There are 1071+ hotels available in Ramboda.

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

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

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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 Gampolatrain Colombo
8h 36m
Rs 4,779–8,841
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
15h 34m
Rs 3,003–4,350
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Nittambuwabus
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus
3. Take the taxi from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Rambodataxi
8h 47m
Rs 6,470–7,400
Drive 366.5 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Rambodacar 366.5 km
6h 27m
Rs 16,480–23,804
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Rambodataxi 366.5 km
6h 27m
Rs 20,000–24,000

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Distance: 420 km
Duration: 8h 36m

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

You can take a train from Jaffna to Ramboda via Polgahawela and Gampola in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jaffna to Ramboda via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Nuwara Eliya in around 15h 34m.

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