Driving from Jaffna to Kalmunai
Kalmunai lies 322 km (200 mi) south-east of Jaffna, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 54 min without stops, over roughly 392 km (244 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Jaffna | Kalmunai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 169,102 | 100,171 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
| Postal codes | 40000 | 32300 |
Where to book car hire from Jaffna to Kalmunai
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Staying in Kalmunai
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Common questions
How far is Kalmunai from Jaffna?
322 km (200 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Jaffna; by road roughly 392 km (244 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jaffna to Kalmunai by car?
About 4 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jaffna and Kalmunai?
No, both are on Asia/Colombo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.