Kandy to Jaffna

Kandy to Jaffna

Kandy
Jaffna
Jun 15, 2028
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Kandy to Jaffna Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+5h 40m
$163.40
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+5h 40m
$168.78
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+7h 33m
$154.00
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+5h 7m
$173.23
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+5h 7m
$173.35
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+5h 7m
$238.35

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:

  • 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+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 262.07. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 168.96.

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 160 miles (256 km). The flying distance is 160 miles (256 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 10 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 Lakpura: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 168.96 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 262.07.

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

  • Train price: USD 8.21 - USD 30.50. From Kandy to Jaffna starting from 03:25 Kandy until 07:39 Kandy
  • taxi+Train price: USD 91.99 - USD 190.96. 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 168.95 to USD 262.07.

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 168.95.

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:

  • 40% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 40% chosen taxi+Train
  • 20% chosen Train

Transportation from Kandy to Jaffna

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Jaffna

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport5h 7m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure7:39 AM
Departures per day4
Distance256 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka