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

The cheapest way to get from Kilinochchi to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilinochchi to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 2750.

Is there a direct bus between Kilinochchi and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kilinochchi and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Kilinochchi to Colombo?

The distance between Kilinochchi and Colombo is 332 km. The road distance is 329.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 2750.

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

The bus from Kilinochchi to Pettah takes 5h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilinochchi to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 2750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilinochchi to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilinochchi to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilinochchi to Colombo is 330 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Kilinochchi to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1445+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kilinochchi 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 Kilinochchi to Pettahbus
5h 20m
Rs 2,600–2,750
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kilinochchi to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
5h 29m
Rs 1,300–11,000
Drive 329.5 km
1. Drive from Kilinochchi to Colombocar 329.5 km
5h 30m
Rs 14,092–20,356
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kilinochchi to Tellipallaitrain
2. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
6h 37m
Rs 85,129–164,033
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kilinochchi to Anuradhapuratrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
8h 7m
Rs 1,980–4,738

Kilinochchi to Colombo by bus

18Weekly Buses

5h 20mAverage Duration

Rs 2,600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.2 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Kilinochchi to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,600–2,750 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kilinochchi to Colombo Fort 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 5h 29m.

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