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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Fort?

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 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 Fort?

The distance between Jaffna and Fort is 415 km. The road distance is 394.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Fort 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 Fort?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Fort train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Fort?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Fort 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. 70000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Jaffna to Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Fort?

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

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1447+ hotels available in Fort.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna to Fort 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 Pettah
6h 10m
Rs 1,300–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo FortKankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 22m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 394.4 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Fort394.4 km
6h 35m
Rs 16,596–23,972
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)JAF - CMB
4h 38m
Rs 69,939–107,110

Jaffna to Fort by bus

69Weekly Buses

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 Fort, Western, 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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