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$9
Fastest Transport6h 33m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance328 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Ceylon Roots, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Western Province to Jaffna

Travelling between Western Province and Jaffna is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 245.23 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 16.34.

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

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 12 hours to travel between Western Province and Jaffna depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Western Province and Jaffna. Train will bring you to your destination in 6h 33m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 10m to reach Jaffna.

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

Travelling between Western Province and Jaffna can be as cheap as USD 16.34 if you opt for a Avro Travels bus and as expensive as USD 245.23 if you buy a Stef Lanka Tours taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 6 from Western Province to Jaffna starting from 08:00 Colombo until 22:30 Mirage Hotel Colombo
  • 4 from Western Province to Jaffna starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Western Province to Jaffna.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Western Province to Jaffna overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Western Province and Jaffna

Avro Travels, Sri Lanka Bus Service

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Western Province and Jaffna

Stef Lanka Tours

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Western Province to Jaffna?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 46% took a train
  • 31% opted for a bus
  • 22% chosen taxi+Train
  • 1% Other