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

The cheapest way to get from Kantale to Jaffna is to bus via Vavuniya which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3200 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kantale to Jaffna is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Kantale and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kantale to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kantale and arriving at Jaffna via Galewela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Kantale and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Kantale station to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Kantale Station and arriving at Jaffna via Maho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Kantale to Jaffna?

The distance between Kantale and Jaffna is 351 km. The road distance is 233.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kantale to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Kantale to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Jaffna bus from?

Kantale to Jaffna bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Kantale station.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Kantale to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kantale to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 13000 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Kantale to Jaffna bus arrive?

Kantale to Jaffna bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Galewela station.

Where does the Kantale to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kantale to Jaffna?

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

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 184+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Kantale to Jaffna - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kantale to Jaffna by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kantale to Galewelabus
2. Take the bus from Galewela to Jaffnabus
6h 51m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kantale Station to Maho Junctiontrain Trincomalee
2. Take the train from Maho to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
8h 6m
Rs 2,573–12,209
Drive 233.9 km
1. Drive from Kantale to Jaffnacar 233.9 km
4h 36m
Rs 9,816–14,178
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kantale to Jaffnataxi 233.9 km
4h 36m
Rs 25,000–31,000
Bus via Vavuniya
1. Take the bus from Kantale to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus
3. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Jaffnabus
9h 52m
Rs 2,995–3,199

Kantale to Jaffna by train

14Weekly Trains

8h 6mAverage Duration

Rs 2,573Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kantale to Jaffna.

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Distance: 351.2 km
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Kantale to Jaffna via Galewela in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kantale Station to Jaffna via Maho in around 8h 6m.

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