Both these cities are located at a distance of 17.46 kms. Traveling from one place to the other is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. There are many trains that run between the two cities. On a daily basis, There are 23 weekly trains from Jaffna to Kankesanthurai.
| Train No | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4021 | 4021 ( A.c. - Intercity ) | 11:20 | 11:38 | Sunday,Saturday |
| 4441 | 4441 ( Colombo Commuter ) | 11:55 | 12:23 | Sunday to Monday |
| 4077 | Yal Devi ( Long Distance ) | 13:00 | 13:23 | Sunday to Monday |
| 4443 | Yal Rani ( Local Trains ) | 18:25 | 18:56 | Sunday to Monday |