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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Colombo Fort?

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

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Colombo Fort?

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 Fort?

The distance between Jaffna and Colombo Fort is 416 km. The road distance is 394.8 km.

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

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

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

The bus from Kachcheri to Pettah takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 22m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Jaffna to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Jaffna and Colombo Fort?

Colombo Fort is 2h 30m ahead of Jaffna. It is currently 4:07 AM in Jaffna and 6:37 AM in Colombo Fort.

Where does the Jaffna to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Colombo Fort is 395 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Jaffna to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 1464+ hotels available in Colombo Fort.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Pettah
6h 21m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo FortKankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 22m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 394.8 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Colombo Fort394.8 km
6h 35m
Rs 16,547–23,901
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)JAF - CMB
4h 38m
Rs 70,939–109,110
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalJaffna
10h 24m
Rs 1,300–1,650

Jaffna to Colombo Fort by bus and foot

20Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 416.4 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Colombo Fort, 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. 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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