Facts about the transport from Batticaloa to Jaffna
| Cheapest Transport | $44 |
| Fastest Transport | 7h |
| Earliest Departure | 8:15 PM |
| Latest Departure | 8:15 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 350 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours |
Batticaloa to Jaffna
Best Options
$133
$158
Other Options
Transportation from Batticaloa to Jaffna
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Trains$ 43.82
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Taxis$ 132.88
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Batticaloa
To Batticaloa
From Jaffna
Popular Routes in Sri Lanka
How to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna
Travelling between Batticaloa and Jaffna is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 157.08 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 132.88.
How long does it take to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna?
It can take you anywhere between 7 and 16 hours to travel between Batticaloa and Jaffna depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Batticaloa and Jaffna. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 7h. Train does a much slower job and take about 15h 38m to reach Jaffna.
How much does it cost to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna?
Travelling between Batticaloa and Jaffna can be as cheap as USD 132.88 if you opt for a Stef Lanka Tours taxi and as expensive as USD 157.08 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 Batticaloa and Jaffna ?
- 2 from Batticaloa to Jaffna starting from 00:00 Batticaloa until 00:00 Batticaloa
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Batticaloa to Jaffna.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
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 Batticaloa and Jaffna
Stef Lanka Tours
What is the most popular transport to get from Batticaloa to Jaffna?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus+Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 67% chosen Bus+Train
- 33% chosen Train