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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Ratmalana is to bus via Pettah which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Ratmalana is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 49m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 230000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Ratmalana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Ratmalana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Ratmalana?

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 Ratmalana?

The distance between Jaffna and Ratmalana is 409 km. The road distance is 407.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ratmalana 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 Ratmalana?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Ratmalana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Ratmalana train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Ratmalana?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ratmalana is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Jaffna to Ratmalana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Ratmalana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Ratmalana?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Ratmalana is 407 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Jaffna to Ratmalana.

Where can I stay near Ratmalana?

There are 1429+ hotels available in Ratmalana.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Jaffna to Ratmalana 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 Kachcheri to Ratmalanabus
7h 13m
Rs 2,700
Drive 407.3 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Ratmalanacar 407.3 km
6h 52m
Rs 18,179–26,259
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Ratmalanataxi
4h 49m
Rs 102,968–226,145
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
11h 54m
Rs 1,300–1,700

Jaffna to Ratmalana by train

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Distance: 409.2 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Ratmalana, 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 Kachcheri to Ratmalana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 7h 13m.

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