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

The cheapest way to get from Pettah to Jaffna is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pettah to Jaffna is to fly which takes 5h 6m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 210000.

Is there a direct bus between Pettah and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Pettah and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Pettah to Jaffna?

The distance between Pettah and Jaffna is 414 km. The road distance is 394.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pettah to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Jaffna takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pettah to Jaffna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Pettah to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Pettah to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 210000 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Pettah to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pettah to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pettah to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Pettah to Jaffna is 394 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Pettah to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 229+ hotels available in Jaffna.

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
6h 15m
Rs 1,300–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
6h 40m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 394.4 km
1. Drive from Pettah to Jaffnacar 394.4 km
6h 37m
Rs 17,697–25,563
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
5h 52m
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 6m
Rs 99,727–201,632

Pettah to Jaffna by bus

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Distance: 414.4 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Pettah, Sri Lanka and Jaffna, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 15m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, 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.

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