- Distance: 401.6 km
- Duration: 8h 58m
The average bus between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna takes 8h 58m and the fastest bus takes 6h 20m. The bus service runs several times per day from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Jetwing Jaffna at 4:35 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah station and arriving at Jaffna station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 52m.
Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.
Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.
The distance between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna is 303.9 km. The road distance is 394 km.
NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 20m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 4 hours.
