The average train between Welikanda and Jaffna takes 11h and the fastest train takes 10h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Welikanda to Jaffna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Welikanda and Jaffna. The earliest departure is at 3:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Welikanda is at 7:53 AM which arrives into Jaffna at 6:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Welikanda to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Welikanda station and arriving at Jaffna station via Maho Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.
Welikanda to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Welikanda station.
Welikanda to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Jaffna station.
The distance between Welikanda and Jaffna is 234.9 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Welikanda to Jaffna via Maho in around 8h 24m.
