The average bus between Jaffna and Colombo Fort takes 6h 46m and the fastest bus takes 6h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from Jaffna to Colombo Fort. 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 3 times a day between Jaffna and Colombo Fort. The earliest departure is at 9:05 PM at night, and the last departure from Jaffna is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Colombo Fort at 4:15 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Arrives next day
Want to know about travelling from Jaffna to Colombo Fort? 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 Jaffna station and arriving at Colombo Fort station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 46m.
Jaffna to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Jaffna station.
Jaffna to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.
The distance between Jaffna and Colombo Fort is 304.6 km. The road distance is 418 km.
NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 40m.
