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

The cheapest way to get from Fort to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2800 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort to Jaffna is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Fort and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between 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 Fort to Jaffna?

The distance between Fort and Jaffna is 401 km. The road distance is 395.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Fort to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2800.

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

The bus from Pettah to Jaffna takes 6h 20m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Fort to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Fort to Jaffna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Fort to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Fort to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Fort to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fort to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort to Jaffna is 396 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Fort to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 232+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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There are 5 ways to get from Fort to Jaffna by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
6h 20m
Rs 1,300–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
6h 40m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 395.7 km
1. Drive from Fort to Jaffnacar 395.7 km
6h 37m
Rs 17,779–25,680
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
4h 59m
Rs 104,937–211,821
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
5h 53m

Fort to Jaffna by bus

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Distance: 401 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

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. 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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