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

The cheapest way to get from Homagama to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 4200 and takes 11h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Homagama to Jaffna is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 13m and costs Rs. 110000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Homagama and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Homagama to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Homagama and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Homagama and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Homagama to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

How far is it from Homagama to Jaffna?

The distance between Homagama and Jaffna is 426 km. The road distance is 400.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Homagama to Jaffna without a car is to bus via Pettah which takes 8h 10m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 5300.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Homagama to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Homagama to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Homagama to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Homagama to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Homagama to Jaffna is to bus via Pettah which takes 8h 10m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 5300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 6000 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Homagama to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Homagama to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Homagama to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Homagama to Jaffna is 401 km. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Homagama to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 230+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Homagama to Jaffna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Homagama to Jaffna by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus via Pettah
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
8h 10m
Rs 5,003–5,265
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
8h 28m
Rs 3,603–5,865
Drive 400.6 km
1. Drive from Homagama to Jaffnacar 400.6 km
6h 38m
Rs 18,024–26,034
Taxi, fly to Jaffna
1. Take the taxi from Homagama to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 13m
Rs 109,613–217,347
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
11h 56m
Rs 3,603–4,165
Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Homagama to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
6h 6m

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF) flights

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6hAverage Duration

Rs 95,188Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.6 km
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Homagama, 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. 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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