What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna is to bus via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna?

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna is to fly which takes 5h 18m and costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Jaffna?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Jaffna is 414 km. The road distance is 395.7 km.

How do I travel from Colombo Fort to Jaffna without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna?

The bus from Pettah to Jaffna takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Jaffna bus from?

Colombo Fort to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Jaffna train from?

Colombo Fort to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo Fort to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 120000 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Jaffna bus arrive?

Colombo Fort to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Jaffna station.

What is the time difference between Colombo Fort and Jaffna?

Jaffna is 2h 30m behind Colombo Fort. It is currently 12:34 PM in Colombo Fort and 10:04 AM in Jaffna.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Jaffna train arrive?

Colombo Fort to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Jaffna station.

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Jaffna is 396 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Colombo Fort to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 185+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Colombo Fort to Jaffna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Colombo Fort to Jaffna by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffna
6h 26m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to JaffnaColombo / ...
6h 40m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 395.7 km
1. Drive from Colombo Fort to Jaffna395.7 km
6h 35m
Rs 16,648–24,047
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)CMB - JAF
5h 18m
Rs 70,117–111,992
Bus via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to JaffnaColombo
10h 24m
Rs 1,300–1,650
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
6h 10m

Colombo Fort to Jaffna by foot and bus

20Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 414.5 km
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Colombo Fort, Sri Lanka and Jaffna, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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