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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs Rs. 65000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Pettah. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Colombo?

The distance between Jaffna and Colombo is 415 km. The road distance is 393.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Kachcheri to Pettah takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Colombo?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Colombo is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 22m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 65000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Jaffna to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Colombo is 394 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Jaffna to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1432+ hotels available in Colombo.

Jaffna to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna to Colombo 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 Kachcheri to Pettahbus
6h 10m
Rs 1,300–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 22m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 393.6 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Colombocar 393.6 km
6h 35m
Rs 16,527–23,872
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 37m
Rs 69,439–132,110

Jaffna to Colombo by bus

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6h 10mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415.4 km
Duration: 6h 10m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Kachcheri to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 10m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 6h 22m.

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