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

The cheapest way to get from Piliyandala to Jaffna is to train which costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 7000 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Piliyandala to Jaffna is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 22m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct bus between Piliyandala and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Piliyandala to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Wellawatta and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Piliyandala and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Piliyandala to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Piliyandala to Jaffna?

The distance between Piliyandala and Jaffna is 437 km. The road distance is 408.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Piliyandala to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Piliyandala to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Piliyandala to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Piliyandala to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Piliyandala to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Piliyandala to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can train via Colombo Fort, which costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Piliyandala to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Piliyandala to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Piliyandala to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Piliyandala to Jaffna is 409 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Piliyandala to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 228+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wellawatta to Jaffnabus
6h 43m
Rs 6,095–6,712
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Jaffnatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 45m
Rs 4,004–6,595
Train via Colombo Fort
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
7h 1m
Rs 6,507–9,554
Drive 408.6 km
1. Drive from Piliyandala to Jaffnacar 408.6 km
6h 44m
Rs 18,507–26,732
Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Piliyandala 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 Kachcheribus
6h 8m
Taxi, fly to Jaffna
1. Take the taxi from Piliyandala to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 22m
Rs 103,879–186,539

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,344Cheapest Price

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Distance: 437.3 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Wellawatta to Jaffna twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 30m. 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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