Western Province to Jaffna

Western Province to Jaffna

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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
  • 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 294.59. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.59.

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 159 miles (255 km). The flying distance is 159 miles (255 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 6 to 10 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 Avro Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.59 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 294.59.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 15.59 to USD 15.59;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 130.88 to USD 294.59.

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 22:00. There are 2 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 130.88.

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 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:

  • 97% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Western Province to Jaffna

Facts about the transport from Western Province to Jaffna

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport5h 5m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day14
Distance255 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Best Sri Taxis, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka