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

The cheapest way to get from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs Rs. 65000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Jetwing Jaffna and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jaffna and arriving at Pettah. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Jetwing 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 Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo?

The distance between Jetwing Jaffna and Colombo is 418 km. The road distance is 392.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Jaffna to Pettah takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo?

The best way to get from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 36m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 65000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo is 393 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Jetwing 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 Jaffna to Pettah
6h 21m
Rs 1,300–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo FortKankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 36m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 392.8 km
1. Drive from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo392.8 km
6h 32m
Rs 16,521–23,864
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)JAF - CMB
4h 36m
Rs 69,406–107,071

Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo by foot and bus

69Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Jetwing Jaffna to Colombo.

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Distance: 418.2 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 15m. 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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