What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kantale?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Kantale is to bus via Vavuniya which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3300 and takes 10h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kantale?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Kantale is to train and taxi which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 18000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Kantale?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna to Kantale. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Kantale via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Kantale?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Kantale station. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Kantale Station via Maho Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Kantale?

The distance between Jaffna and Kantale is 255 km. The road distance is 233.9 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna to Kantale without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kantale without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 18000.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna to Kantale?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Jaffna to Kantale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kantale bus from?

Jaffna to Kantale bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Kantale train from?

Jaffna to Kantale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train or bus from Jaffna to Kantale?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Kantale is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 12000 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Jaffna to Kantale bus arrive?

Jaffna to Kantale bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Jaffna to Kantale train arrive?

Jaffna to Kantale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maho station.

Can I drive from Jaffna to Kantale?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Kantale is 234 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Jaffna to Kantale.

Where can I stay near Kantale?

There are two+ hotels available in Kantale.

Jaffna to Kantale - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Jaffna to Kantale by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Madawachchiyatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the taxi from Madawachchiya to Kantaletaxi
4h 30m
Rs 10,816–17,198
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Mahotrain Kankesanthurai / ...
2. Take the train from Maho Junction to Kantale Stationtrain Colombo- Trincomalee
8h 49m
Rs 2,566–11,914
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kantalebus
5h 51m
Drive 233.9 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Kantalecar 233.9 km
4h 36m
Rs 9,852–14,231
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jaffna to Kantaletaxi 233.9 km
4h 36m
Rs 25,000–31,000
Bus via Vavuniya
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Vavuniyabus
2. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Dambullabus
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kantalebus
10h 9m
Rs 2,947–3,229

Jaffna to Kantale by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 49mAverage Duration

Rs 2,566Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Jaffna to Kantale.

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Distance: 254.6 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Kantale, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Kachcheri to Kantale via Dambulla and Dambulla in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jaffna to Kantale Station via Maho Junction in around 8h 49m.

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