If you’re interested to know how to reach Sri Lanka by train, unfortunately, there is no land connection from India to Sri Lanka. The most-used method of transport is the regular ferry service between Talaimannar Port and Rameshwaram Port, a distance of nearly 50km.

There is no direct transport mode connectivity between Chennai and Lanka. The cheapest way to reach from Chennai to Lanka is bus to Bangalore, then flight to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, then train to Lanka and takes 28h 31m.

The Mannar line was built as part of a plan to create a rail link between Sri Lanka and India. By 1914, the Mannar line was built to connect Talaimannar on Mannar Island to the Sri Lankan mainland. On the Indian side, the Indian railway network was extended to Dhanushkodi.

There is no direct connection from Chennai to Srilanka. However, you can take the train to Trisulam, take the walk to Madras airport, fly to Bagdogra, then take the drive to Srilanka. Alternatively, you can take the train to Aluabari Road then take the drive to Srilanka.

If you’re on a budget, Sri Lanka can still be fairly inexpensive, so long as you stick to using local transport and staying in cheap guesthouses – you can still travel by bus from one end of the island to the other for around $25, get a filling meal at local cafés for a couple of dollars, and find a decent double room …

Generally, the best time to visit the west and south coasts as well as the Cultural Triangle is between December and April, while on the east coast the climate is at its finest from May through to October.

Our top five beaches in Sri Lanka

1. Hiriketiya. On the south coast, the area around Dikwella is gradually becoming more popular with travelers looking to escape the increasing development further to the west.
2. Bentota.
3. Arugam Bay.
4. Mirissa.
5. Uppuveli.

Being a small island, you will be able to visit few cultural cities of Sri Lanka in a span of 4-5 days. You would then have to pick between the pristine beaches of Sri Lanka and landscapes of the hill country. A few picturesque sites will have to be discarded due to lack of time.

A vacation to Sri Lanka for one week usually costs around LKR46,888 for one person. So, a trip to Sri Lanka for two people costs around LKR93,776 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs LKR187,551 in Sri Lanka.

Re: Sri Lanka or Thailand? There is no question whatsoever that Thailand is much cheaper than Sri Lanka and with higher quality. On average, all things being equal, Thai hotels are half the price of those in Sri Lanka and there are lots to choose from especially in the low price category.

Summary: Family of four estimated monthly costs are 1,281$ (254,704Rs) without rent….Cost of Living in Sri Lanka.

Restaurants	Edit
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle)	94.74Rs
Water (12 oz small bottle)	46.04Rs
Markets	Edit
Milk (regular), (1 gallon)	882.44Rs

You don’t need a visa in itself. You only need to apply for an ETA to enter Sri Lanka.

Like many other nationalities, Indian passport holders are eligible for a Sri Lanka visa on arrival. However, to obtain the document, you need to apply for a Sri Lanka ETA before you leave for Sri Lanka.

		Charges in United States Dollars
1	Tourist Visa with Double Entry for 30 days.	US$ 35
2	Tourist Visa Single Entry up to 90 days.	US$ 35
3	Tourist Visa with Double Entry up to 90 days.	US$ 35
4	Business Visa with Multiple Entry for 30 days.	US$ 40

Sri Lanka Visa on Arrival Visas on arrival are granted if the purpose of the traveler’s visit to Sri Lanka is either tourism or business. Visitors who have applied for a Sri Lankan ETA before their trip will gain expedited entry to the country upon arrival and do not need to wait in a queue for a visa on arrival.

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“Visitors planning to visit Sri Lanka must apply for their visas online through the Immigration ETA portal (www.eta.gov.lk). Before applying for visa, potential visitors are required to have a confirmed hotel booking, pre-purchased PCR tests and a mandatory COVID-19 Insurance Cover.

If you wish to invite a foreign national for a holiday visit or short business trip to Sri Lanka, you may submit an ETA application by visiting the Department of Immigration and Emigration Head office at Suhurupaya, Sri Subuthipura Road, Baththaramulla.

Overview of the eTA application process

1. Get your passport, credit or debit card ready, and read the help document.
2. Use the online form to apply.
3. Pay $7 CAD for your eTA right after you complete the form.
4. Get an email about your eTA application.
5. You may need to submit documents before your application can be approved.

Most applications are approved within minutes but some can take longer. You may need to submit additional documents before your application can be approved. If this happens to you, an email will be sent with instructions within 72 hours.

THREE STEP REGULAR VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Apply Online. Fill and Submit Visa Application Form Securely.
2. Submit Documents. Submit your application with required. documents at Indian Visa Application Center or at Indian Mission.
3. Receive Passport, visa. Collect your passport/visa from. Indian Mission/Visa Application Center.

One recent passport-size colour photograph depicting full face. Proof of Profession: Certificate from the employer. In case of students, copy of Identity card from the educational institution is to be attached.

US Nonimmigrant Visa Application Fees

Visa type	Cost
Non-petition Based Visas	$160
Petition Based Visas	$190
E Visas	$205
K Visas	$265

The visa application process differs from country to country. Normally, an applicant needs to go through the following steps to obtain a visa: Step1: Select the type of visa you are applying for. Step2: Next, check your eligibility. Step3: Fill the online application form entering all required information.

The 4 Types of Travel Visa

Visa Type	Description
Type #1:	Tourist visa (pleasure travel visas)
Type #2:	Immigration and naturalization visas (including by marriage)
Type #3:	Student visas (for studying abroad)
Type #4:	Business or work visas (for working, which includes both non-immigrant and immigrant types)

3 to 5 weeks

How Do I Apply for a Visa? Using your preferred search engine, find the official government immigration website of the country you intend to visit. Once you’ve found and read all the information, including the visa application requirements, fill out the required travel visa application form.

Visit the official visa website of the country of visit. Find the option of tracking the visa application status. Enter the acknowledgement number or passport number and the date of birth. Following that, enter the captcha code and click ‘submit’.

What is travel visa cost to these countries for Indian passport…

• THAILAND. Thailand offers visa on arrival for an amount of 2000 bahts – Rs 4,452 to Indian citizens.
• INDONESIA. Indian passport holders can travel to Indonesia visa-free for a period of up to 30 days.
• UK.
• FRANCE.
• USA.
• SRI LANKA.
• SWITZERLAND.
• MALDIVES.

Is iVisa safe? We had no issues with iVisa. They use secure payment, making sure that your card data or paypal are protected. Also, we had always our visa issued quick fast.