Jaffna to Western Province

Jaffna to Western Province

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Jaffna to Western Province Schedule

Jaffna to Western Province Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 6pax Any timeLKR 67,392
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 05:57 - 13:03LKR 2,390
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 06:01 - 13:12LKR 2,390
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 10:23 - 18:45LKR 2,495
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 13:07 - 19:21LKR 3,864
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 19:31 - 04:34LKR 3,864
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 21:51 - 05:09LKR 3,650
Sri Lanka Bus Service Luxury 22:00 - 09:00LKR 5,847

Transportation from Jaffna to Western Province

Facts about the transport from Jaffna to Western Province

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport6h 46m
Earliest Departure6:01 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day7
Distance339 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Jaffna to Western Province

Travelling between Jaffna and Western Province 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 249.82 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 16.34.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna to Western Province?

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

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

How much does it cost to get from Jaffna to Western Province?

Travelling between Jaffna and Western Province can be as cheap as USD 16.34 if you opt for a Avro Travels bus and as expensive as USD 249.82 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 and Western Province ?

  • 3 from Jaffna to Western Province starting from 20:00 Jaffna Bus Station until 21:00 Jaffna Bus Stand
  • 4 from Jaffna to Western Province starting from 00:00 Jaffna until 00:00 Jaffna

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Jaffna to Western Province.

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

Bus

Travelling from Jaffna to Western Province 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 Western Province

Avro Travels, Sri Lanka Bus Service

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 Western Province

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.

What is the most popular transport to get from Jaffna to Western Province?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 85% opted for a bus
  • 13% took a train
  • 2% bought a taxi ride