Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte by train, bus, taxi from LKR 2,041

Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte Schedule

Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte Schedule
Transport Name	Route Time	Price
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 2pax	Any time	$ 165
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats	06:10 - 13:05	$ 5.79
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats	18:45 - 04:00	$ 6.53
Avro Travels VIP 32	20:00 - 07:00	$ 10.63
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat	22:18 - 05:54	$ 9.60

Transport Name

Route Time

Price

Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 2pax

Any time

$ 165

Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats

06:10 - 13:05

$ 5.79

Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats

18:45 - 04:00

$ 6.53

Avro Travels VIP 32

20:00 - 07:00

$ 10.63

Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat

22:18 - 05:54

$ 9.60

Transportation from Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte

Ferries are not available

Flights are not available

Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte

Cheapest Transport	$8
Fastest Transport	6h 46m
Earliest Departure	6:45 晚上
Latest Departure	8:00 晚上
Departures per day	6
Distance	339 kilometers
Transport Companies	Avro Travels, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte Destination Reviews

Raja S

Good journey but very unsteady train, swaying to and fro too much, making walking down the aisle difficult.

Train #4022 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 16, 2022

Alain D

Very efficient réservation and delivery of tickets to our hôtels .. thanks indeed.

Train #4022 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Feb 26, 2022

4.6

5 customer reviews

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How to get from Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 237.64 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 6.84.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte?

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 11 hours to travel between Jaffna Train Station and Wellawatte depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Jaffna Train Station and Wellawatte. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 6h 46m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h to reach Wellawatte.

How much does it cost to get from Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte?

Travelling between Jaffna Train Station and Wellawatte can be as cheap as USD 6.84 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 237.64 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 Jaffna Train Station and Wellawatte ?

1 from Jaffna to Colombo starting from 20:00 Jaffna Bus Station until 20:00 Jaffna Bus Station
1 from Jaffna to Colombo starting from 18:45 Jaffna Train Station until 18:45 Jaffna Train Station
4 from Jaffna to Colombo starting from 00:00 Jaffna until 00:00 Jaffna

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte.

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

Bus

Travelling from Jaffna to Colombo 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 Jaffna and Colombo

Avro Travels

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 Jaffna and Colombo

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.

Jaffna Train Station to Wellawatte

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