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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi

Composite routes from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi

Cheapest
5 h 41 min
Car
330 km.
from $18

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.67–$571.67

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.83
Bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi is to train which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi?

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $8.41 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Kilinochchi is 333 km. The road distance is 330.4 km.

How do I travel from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $8.41 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi?

The bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi bus from?

Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $8.41 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 5h 47m. There are no good options to fly between Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi is 330 km. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Colombo Fort to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are eight+ hotels available in Kilinochchi. Prices start at $11.42 per night.
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