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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which costs Rs. 2453 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 2453.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Negombo and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Negombo and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct train from Negombo to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Kilinochchi via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Negombo to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Negombo and Kilinochchi is 307 km. The road distance is 302.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 2453.

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

The bus from Negombo to Kilinochchi takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Kilinochchi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Negombo to Kilinochchi train from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Negombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 2453. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Negombo to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Negombo to Kilinochchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Negombo to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Kilinochchi is 303 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Negombo to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are 12+ hotels available in Kilinochchi.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Kilinochchibus
4h 20m
Rs 2,453
Train
1. Take the train from Ragama to Kilinochchitrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 6m
Rs 2,487–6,145
Drive 302.6 km
1. Drive from Negombo to Kilinochchicar 302.6 km
5h 8m
Rs 13,787–19,914
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Kilinochchitaxi 302.6 km
5h 8m
Rs 46,000–55,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchibus
4h 34m

Negombo to Kilinochchi by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.1 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Negombo to Kilinochchi twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,453 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Kilinochchi once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 17m.

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