What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs Rs. 2605.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Colombo and Kilinochchi is 332 km. The road distance is 330.8 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Kilinochchi without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs Rs. 2605.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kilinochchi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kilinochchi train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs Rs. 2605. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Colombo to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kilinochchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kilinochchi is 331 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Colombo to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are 10+ hotels available in Kilinochchi.

Colombo to Kilinochchi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi by bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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 Kilinochchibus
5h 5m
Rs 2,605
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchitrain Colombo / ...
5h 47m
Rs 1,300–11,000
Drive 330.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kilinochchicar 330.8 km
5h 31m
Rs 13,932–20,124
Fly to Jaffna, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
2. Take the taxi from Jaffna (JAF) to Kilinochchitaxi
6h 7m
Rs 72,474–124,806
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 Kilinochchibus
5h 4m

Colombo to Kilinochchi by bus

27Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

Rs 2,605Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.6 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Kilinochchi, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,605 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 5h 47m.

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