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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Wellawatta is to bus which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 4700 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Wellawatta is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 210000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Wellawatta?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Wellawatta. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Ja-Ela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Wellawatta?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Wellawatta. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Ragama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Wellawatta?

The distance between Jaffna and Wellawatta is 399 km. The road distance is 369 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Wellawatta without a car is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 4700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Jaffna to Wellawatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Wellawatta bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Wellawatta train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Wellawatta?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Wellawatta is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 4700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000 and takes 8h 41m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 210000 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Jaffna to Wellawatta bus arrive?

Jaffna to Wellawatta bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ja-Ela station.

Where does the Jaffna to Wellawatta train arrive?

Jaffna to Wellawatta train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Wellawatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Wellawatta is 369 km. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from Jaffna to Wellawatta.

Where can I stay near Wellawatta?

There are 1459+ hotels available in Wellawatta.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Ja-Elabus
5h 43m
Rs 4,300–4,700
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Ragamatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
8h 41m
Rs 5,279–8,019
Drive 369 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Wellawattacar 369 km
6h 42m
Rs 16,527–23,873
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 32m
Rs 95,739–207,110
Bus via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
11h 30m
Rs 5,903–7,300

Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

16Weekly Planes

6h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 90,746Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.4 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Wellawatta, Western, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Ja-Ela twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 5h 36m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 8h 22m.

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