Western Province to Jaffna

Western Province to Jaffna

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Western Province to Jaffna Schedule

Western Province to Jaffna Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 3pax Any timeLKR 60,210
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 05:20 - 11:46LKR 3,864
Avro Travels VIP 32 08:00 - 19:10LKR 4,850
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 11:50 - 18:44LKR 3,864
Sri Lanka Bus Service Luxury 21:30 - 08:30LKR 5,877
Avro Travels VIP 32 22:00 - 09:10LKR 4,850

Transportation from Western Province to Jaffna

Facts about the transport from Western Province to Jaffna

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport6h 33m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day11
Distance328 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Ceylon Roots, Prince Travels, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Western Province to Jaffna

When you want to get from Western Province 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 Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 248.22. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.27.

How far is Western Province from Jaffna?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Western Province to Jaffna. Your trip will be a total of 204 miles (328 km). The flying distance is 204 miles (328 km).

How long does it take to get from Western Province to Jaffna?

The travel time from Western Province to Jaffna can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Western Province to Jaffna?

The cost of the trip from Western Province to Jaffna varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Prince Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.27 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 248.22.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 7.93 to USD 12.83;
  • Bus tickets - USD 15.27 to USD 18.44;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 49.80 - USD 166.41. From Western Province to Jaffna starting from 00:00 Aluthgama until 00:00 Aluthgama

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 180.52 to USD 248.22.

How many trips per day are there between Western Province and Jaffna?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:30. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Western Province to Jaffna any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Western Province to Jaffna is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Western Province 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 180.52.

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 Western Province to Jaffna

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Western Province 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:

  • 48% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 27% decided to go for a bus.
  • 24% chosen taxi+Train
  • 1% Other