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

The cheapest way to get from Kottawa to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 12h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kottawa to Jaffna is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Kottawa and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kottawa to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Makumbura and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kottawa and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Kottawa to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Kottawa to Jaffna?

The distance between Kottawa and Jaffna is 417 km. The road distance is 401.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kottawa to Jaffna without a car is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 6000.

How long does it take to get from Kottawa to Jaffna?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Kottawa to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kottawa to Jaffna bus from?

Kottawa to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Kottawa to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Kottawa to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kottawa to Jaffna is to train which takes 8h 21m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus via Pettah, which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3000 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Kottawa to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kottawa to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kottawa to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kottawa to Jaffna is 401 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Kottawa to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 218+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Kottawa to Jaffna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kottawa to Jaffna by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
8h 21m
Rs 3,598–5,860
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
12h 37m
Rs 1,300–1,650
Bus via Pettah
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
8h 24m
Rs 2,803–2,912
Drive 401.2 km
1. Drive from Kottawa to Jaffnacar 401.2 km
6h 37m
Rs 18,041–26,058
Taxi, fly to Jaffna
1. Take the taxi from Kottawa to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 16m
Rs 108,874–216,474
Taxi, fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Kottawa to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
6h 9m

Kottawa to Jaffna by bus and foot

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8h 24mAverage Duration

Rs 2,803Cheapest Price

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Distance: 417 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Kottawa, Western, Sri Lanka and Jaffna, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 40m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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