What is the cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Ja-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Ja-Ela. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Ja-Ela?

No, there is no direct train from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Ja-ela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Vavuniya and Ja-Ela is 248 km. The road distance is 226 km.

How do I travel from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela?

The bus from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela takes 3h 36m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Ja-Ela bus from?

Vavuniya to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Vavuniya station.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Ja-Ela train from?

Vavuniya to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Vavuniya station.

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

Vavuniya to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ja-Ela station.

Where does the Vavuniya to Ja-Ela train arrive?

Vavuniya to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Ja-Ela is 226 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2282+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

Vavuniya to Ja-Ela - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Ja-Elabus
3h 36m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Ragamatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
6h 52m
Rs 2,479–6,031
Drive 226 km
1. Drive from Vavuniya to Ja-Elacar 226 km
4h 11m
Rs 10,214–14,754

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Distance: 248.3 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Vavuniya, Sri Lanka and Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Vavuniya to Ja-Ela twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 36m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Vavuniya to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 5h 38m.

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