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Jaffna to Kandy Transfer

North to temple: from Jaffna's Hindu temples to Kandy's Buddhist shrines.

320 km
7-8 hours
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Private Transfer from Jaffna to Kandy

Epic Sri Lanka crossing from the Tamil north to the Sinhalese cultural capital. This 320 km journey traverses the island's spine, connecting Jaffna's vibrant Hindu heritage with Kandy's Buddhist temples. Consider overnight in Anuradhapura to break the journey and explore the sacred city.

Distance

320 km

from Jaffna

Travel Time

7-8 hours

approximate

Best Time to Travel

Very early morning for evening arrival; consider Anuradhapura overnight

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Meet & Greet Service

Meet & Greet Service

Driver waits with your name board at arrivals

Flight Tracking

Flight Tracking

We monitor your flight and adjust for delays

Free Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before for full refund

Child Seats Available

Free child seats on request

English-Speaking Drivers

All drivers speak fluent English

Fixed Prices

Fixed Prices

No hidden fees, no surge pricing

Route Information

Everything you need to know about your journey from Jaffna to Kandy

Your Journey

Jaffna

Pick-up location

320 km7-8 hours

Scenic drive with professional driver

Kandy

Drop-off at your hotel

Route Highlights

  • 1
    Northern peninsula departure
  • 2
    A9 highway journey
  • 3
    Cultural heartland entry
  • 4
    Temple city arrival

Travel Tip

Very early morning for evening arrival; consider Anuradhapura overnight

Fixed Price • No Hidden Fees

Select Your Vehicle

All vehicles include meet & greet, flight tracking, and 60 minutes free waiting time.

Comfortable SUV

Comfortable SUV

Ideal for families with extra luggage space and premium comfort.

POPULAR
5
Passengers
4
Luggage
Air Conditioning
Bottled Water
Free WiFi
Phone Charger
Extra Legroom
Transfer to Kandy
$175USD
LKR 55,500
One-way
Includes: Meet & greet • Flight tracking • 60 min free waiting • All tolls & taxes

Our Premium Fleet

Modern, well-maintained vehicles for your comfort and safety

Premium Sedan

Premium Sedan

3 passengers • 2 bags

Comfortable SUV

Comfortable SUV

5 passengers • 4 bags

Spacious Van

Spacious Van

8 passengers • 6 bags

Luxury Vehicle

Luxury Vehicle

3 passengers • 3 bags

All vehicles include

Air Conditioning
Free WiFi
Bottled Water
USB Charger
Child Seat Available
English Speaking Driver

Popular Attractions in Kandy

Discover these amazing places during your visit. We can take you there!

Temple of Sacred Tooth

Temple of Sacred Tooth

Kandy's sacred Buddhist shrine.

Nallur Kandaswamy

Nallur Kandaswamy

Jaffna's famous Hindu kovil.

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura

UNESCO sacred city en route.

Kandy Lake

Kandy Lake

Scenic city center lake.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Kandy Transfers

Everything you need to know about traveling from Jaffna to Kandy

About 7-8 hours (320 km). We recommend splitting with Anuradhapura overnight.

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