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

The cheapest way to get from Kilinochchi to Negombo is to bus which costs Rs. 2317 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilinochchi to Negombo is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 2317.

Is there a direct bus between Kilinochchi and Negombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Negombo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Kilinochchi and Negombo?

No, there is no direct train from Kilinochchi to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Negombo via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Kilinochchi to Negombo?

The distance between Kilinochchi and Negombo is 307 km. The road distance is 302.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Negombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 2317.

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

The bus from Kilinochchi to Negombo takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Negombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Negombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilinochchi to Negombo?

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Negombo is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 2317. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Negombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kilinochchi to Negombo train arrive?

Kilinochchi to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Kilinochchi to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilinochchi to Negombo is 303 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Kilinochchi to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 1397+ hotels available in Negombo.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Kilinochchi to Negombo by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kilinochchi to Negombobus
4h 55m
Rs 2,317
Train
1. Take the train from Kilinochchi to Ragamatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
8h 47m
Rs 2,479–6,131
Drive 302.7 km
1. Drive from Kilinochchi to Negombocar 302.7 km
5h 9m
Rs 13,607–19,654
Bus to Sigiriya Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kilinochchi to Dambullabus
2. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane GIU - CMB
29h 10m
Train to Jaffna, fly
1. Take the train from Kilinochchi to Tellipallaitrain
2. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
6h 23m
Rs 99,499–206,860

Kilinochchi to Negombo by bus

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Distance: 307.3 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Kilinochchi to Negombo twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,317 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kilinochchi to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 58m.

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