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

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Jaffna is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 90000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Katunayake and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Katunayake and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Katunayake to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Katunayake and arriving at Jaffna via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Katunayake to Jaffna?

The distance between Katunayake and Jaffna is 383 km. The road distance is 360.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Katunayake to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Katunayake to Jaffna takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Jaffna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Katunayake to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Jaffna is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 9h 10m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 90000 - Rs. 160000 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Katunayake to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Katunayake to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katunayake to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Jaffna is 360 km. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from Katunayake to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 232+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Katunayake to Jaffnabus
5h 30m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ragama to Jaffnatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
9h 10m
Rs 2,482–6,236
Drive 360.1 km
1. Drive from Katunayake to Jaffnacar 360.1 km
6h 31m
Rs 16,366–23,640
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 27m
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
4h 40m
Rs 90,892–152,679

Katunayake to Jaffna by bus

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 383.1 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Katunayake to Jaffna twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Jaffna once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 7h 32m.

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