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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna?

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

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Jetwing 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 to Jetwing Jaffna?

The distance between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna is 414 km. The road distance is 383.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Jaffna takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

The best way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 170000 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is 383 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jetwing Jaffna?

There are 209+ hotels available in Jetwing Jaffna.

Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Jetwing 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 Jaffnabus
6h 21m
Rs 1,300–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
6h 54m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 383.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffnacar 383.1 km
6h 51m
Rs 17,427–25,172
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
6h 20m
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 6m
Rs 99,875–161,707

Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna by bus and foot

67Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 414.3 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Jetwing 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. National Transport Commission also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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