What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2600 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna (Station) 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 45m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna (Station) and Colombo?

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

How far is it from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Jaffna (Station) and Colombo is 398 km. The road distance is 393 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400.

How long does it take to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo?

The train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort takes 6h 22m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Jaffna (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Jaffna station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2600 and takes 6h 45m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 220000 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna (Station) to Colombo is 393 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1445+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna (Station) to Colombo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 37m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Pettahbus
6h 45m
Rs 1,300–2,600
Drive 393 km
1. Drive from Jaffna (Station) to Colombocar 393 km
6h 35m
Rs 17,655–25,502
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 33m
Rs 99,438–212,109

Jaffna (Station) to Colombo by foot and train

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Distance: 398.2 km
Duration: 6h 37m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 22m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Jaffna to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,550 and the journey takes 6h 45m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 4 hours.

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