What is the cheapest way to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi?

The cheapest way to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi?

The fastest way to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi is to drive which takes 5h 57m and costs Rs. 16000 - Rs. 24000.

Is there a direct bus between Panadura and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Panadura and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Panadura and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct train from Panadura to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Panadura and arriving at Kilinochchi via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Panadura to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Panadura and Kilinochchi is 363 km. The road distance is 356.3 km.

How do I travel from Panadura to Kilinochchi without a car?

The best way to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800.

How long does it take to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi?

The bus from Panadura to Kilinochchi takes 6h 50m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Panadura to Kilinochchi bus from?

Panadura to Kilinochchi bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Panadura station.

Where do I catch the Panadura to Kilinochchi train from?

Panadura to Kilinochchi train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Panadura to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Panadura to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

Panadura to Kilinochchi bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kilinochchi station.

Where does the Panadura to Kilinochchi train arrive?

Panadura to Kilinochchi train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kilinochchi station.

Can I drive from Panadura to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Panadura to Kilinochchi is 356 km. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Panadura to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are 12+ hotels available in Kilinochchi.

Panadura to Kilinochchi - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Panadura to Kilinochchi by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Panadura to Kilinochchibus
6h 50m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Train via Dehiwala
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dehiwala to Kilinochchitrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 40m
Rs 2,481–6,135
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchitrain Colombo / ...
7h 28m
Rs 2,490–6,149
Drive 356.3 km
1. Drive from Panadura to Kilinochchicar 356.3 km
5h 57m
Rs 16,068–23,210
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Panadura to Kilinochchitaxi 356.3 km
5h 57m
Rs 39,000–47,000
Taxi, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Panadura to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchibus
5h 18m

Panadura to Kilinochchi by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 50mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.6 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Panadura, Sri Lanka and Kilinochchi, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Panadura to Kilinochchi once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 5h 47m.

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