Kandy to Jaffna

Kandy to Jaffna

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Kandy to Jaffna Schedule

Kandy to Jaffna Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 2pax Any timeLKR 53,785

Transportation from Kandy to Jaffna

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Jaffna

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport5h 40m
Earliest Departure3:25 AM
Latest Departure7:39 AM
Departures per day2
Distance284 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Kandy to Jaffna

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

  • Bus
  • 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 Bus+train 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 185.10. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 179.20.

How far is Kandy from Jaffna?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kandy to Jaffna. Your trip will be a total of 177 miles (284 km). The flying distance is 177 miles (284 km).

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

The travel time from Kandy to Jaffna can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 14 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kandy to Jaffna varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Stef Lanka Tours: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 179.20 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 185.10.

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

  • Train price: USD 8.52 - USD 31.64. From Kandy to Jaffna starting from 03:25 Kandy until 07:39 Kandy
  • Bus+Train price: USD 31.64 - USD 36.51. From Kandy to Jaffna starting from 03:25 Kandy until 03:25 Kandy
  • taxi+Train price: USD 95.42 - USD 198.09. From Kandy to Jaffna starting from 00:00 Kandy Transfer until 00:00 Kandy Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 179.20 to USD 185.10.

How many trips per day are there between Kandy 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 Kandy 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 Kandy 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 179.20.

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

The most popular transport from Kandy to Jaffna

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kandy 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:

  • 100% chosen Train