Anuradhapura to Jaffna

Anuradhapura to Jaffna

Anuradhapura
Jaffna
Jun 8, 2027
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Anuradhapura to Jaffna Destination Reviews

JN
Jessica N
The trip took 45 minutes longer!
Anuradhapura to Jaffna, Train #44477 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Jan 12, 2026
JJ
Johanna J
Apart from a delay in parting of 45 min, we had a good and comfortable trip!
Anuradhapura to Jaffna, Train #44077 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Nov 22, 2025
IF
Ilaria F
The train was two hours late, the ride was ok.
Anuradhapura to Jaffna, Train #4089 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Nov 4, 2025
M
Madeleine
Train was cancelled due to station masters strike. Only notification was at the station, no staff.
Anuradhapura to Jaffna, Train #44077 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, May 19, 2025
JM
Justin M
Very efficient transaction and smooth email delivery. Tickets printed at the train station. No need for queueing or breakdown in communication. The prices are double what you would normally pay. However for easy no fuss travel, it’s very affordable for westerners.
Anuradhapura to Jaffna, Train #44077 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Jan 15, 2025
JS
Jakob S
Very convient, both the booking process and the train ride
Anuradhapura to Jaffna, Train #4441 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Apr 22, 2024
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Anuradhapura to Jaffna Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+4h 40m
$105.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
2nd Class Reserved Seat
00:25
04:06
$15.08
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
09:16
11:50
$8.10
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
09:50
13:10
$6.75
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
10:29
13:15
$19.39
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
23:59
03:47
$6.75
  5.0

How to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna

When you want to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 166.26. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 67.67.

How far is Anuradhapura from Jaffna?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Anuradhapura to Jaffna. Your trip will be a total of 78 miles (125 km). The flying distance is 78 miles (125 km).

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

The travel time from Anuradhapura to Jaffna can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna?

The cost of the trip from Anuradhapura to Jaffna varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Real Lanka Holidays: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 67.67 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 166.26.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Anuradhapura to Jaffna:

  • Train tickets - USD 5.66 to USD 9.71;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 67.67 to USD 166.26.

How many trips per day are there between Anuradhapura and Jaffna?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Anuradhapura to Jaffna any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Anuradhapura to Jaffna. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 67.67.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Anuradhapura to Jaffna

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Anuradhapura to Jaffna? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 99% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Anuradhapura to Jaffna

Facts about the transport from Anuradhapura to Jaffna

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport2h 30m
Earliest Departure9:18 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day7
Distance125 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar