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

The cheapest way to get from Kadawatha to Jaffna is to bus via Kurunegala which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2800 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kadawatha to Jaffna is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800.

Is there a direct bus between Kadawatha and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kadawatha and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kadawatha and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Kadawatha to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Kadawatha to Jaffna?

The distance between Kadawatha and Jaffna is 384 km. The road distance is 379.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kadawatha to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800.

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

The bus from Kadawatha to Jaffna takes 5h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kadawatha to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kadawatha to Jaffna train from?

Kadawatha to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Kadawatha to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kadawatha to Jaffna is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4500 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Kadawatha to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kadawatha to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kadawatha to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kadawatha to Jaffna is 380 km. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Kadawatha to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 227+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Jaffnabus
5h 45m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Bus via Kurunegala
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Kurunegalabus
2. Take the bus from Kurunegala to Jaffnabus Colombo
10h 12m
Rs 1,832–2,801
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
8h 5m
Rs 2,082–4,436
Drive 379.6 km
1. Drive from Kadawatha to Jaffnacar 379.6 km
6h 20m
Rs 17,245–24,909
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
5h 53m

Kadawatha to Jaffna by bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 384.3 km
Duration: 5h 45m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Kadawatha to Jaffna once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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