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

The cheapest way to get from Kaduwela to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2800 and takes 11h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaduwela to Jaffna is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Kaduwela and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaduwela to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kaduwela and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kaduwela and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Kaduwela to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Gampaha and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Kaduwela to Jaffna?

The distance between Kaduwela and Jaffna is 392 km. The road distance is 386.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaduwela to Jaffna without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Kaduwela to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaduwela to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kaduwela to Jaffna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kaduwela to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kaduwela to Jaffna is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000. Alternatively, you can bus via Pettah, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 3900 and takes 8h 10m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Kaduwela to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaduwela to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaduwela to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaduwela to Jaffna is 387 km. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Kaduwela to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 196+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Kaduwela to Jaffna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kaduwela to Jaffna by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampaha to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
6h 34m
Rs 7,389–10,496
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
11h 57m
Rs 2,083–2,736
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
8h 10m
Rs 3,483–3,836
Drive 386.8 km
1. Drive from Kaduwela to Jaffnacar 386.8 km
6h 29m
Rs 17,468–25,231
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 7m
Rs 106,352–213,494
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
5h 55m

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

20Weekly Planes

6h 28mAverage Duration

Rs 97,374Cheapest Price

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Distance: 391.7 km
Duration: 6h 34m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampaha to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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