What is the cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala?

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala is to train which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3700 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala?

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Yakkala?

No, there is no direct bus from Vavuniya to Yakkala. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Yakkala via Warakapola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Yakkala?

No, there is no direct train from Vavuniya to Yakkala. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Gampaha via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Yakkala?

The distance between Vavuniya and Yakkala is 233 km. The road distance is 226 km.

How do I travel from Vavuniya to Yakkala without a car?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3700.

How long does it take to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Yakkala bus from?

Vavuniya to Yakkala bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Vavuniya station.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Yakkala train from?

Vavuniya to Yakkala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Vavuniya station.

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Yakkala?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Yakkala bus arrive?

Vavuniya to Yakkala bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Warakapola station.

Where does the Vavuniya to Yakkala train arrive?

Vavuniya to Yakkala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Gampaha station.

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Yakkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Yakkala is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Vavuniya to Yakkala.

Where can I stay near Yakkala?

There are 837+ hotels available in Yakkala.

Vavuniya to Yakkala - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Vavuniya to Yakkala by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Gampahatrain Kankesanthurai / ...
4h 28m
Rs 1,803–3,665
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Warakapolabus
4h 35m
Drive 226 km
1. Drive from Vavuniya to Yakkalacar 226 km
3h 41m
Rs 10,215–14,754
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vavuniya to Yakkalataxi 226 km
3h 41m
Rs 11,000–14,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Yakkalabus
5h 20m
Rs 2,130–4,153
Bus via Kurunegala
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Kurunegalabus Jaffna
2. Take the bus from Kurunegala to Yakkalabus Trincomalee-Colombo
7h 26m
Rs 2,859–3,208

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Distance: 233.2 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Vavuniya, Sri Lanka and Yakkala, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Vavuniya to Gampaha 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 4h 21m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Vavuniya to Warakapola once daily, and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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