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Colombo to University of Jaffna

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392 km.
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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:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kokuvil
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.07–$7.07

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kantharmadam
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.00
Bus from Dambulla to Kokuvil
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna is to train which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $9 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and University of Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kantharmadam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and University of Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kokuvil. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Colombo to University of Jaffna?

The distance between Colombo and University of Jaffna is 420 km. The road distance is 392.9 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to University of Jaffna without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $9 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna?

The bus from Pettah to Kantharmadam takes 6h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to University of Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to University of Jaffna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to University of Jaffna?

The best way to get from Colombo to University of Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $9 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 8h 16m. There are no good options to fly between Colombo to University of Jaffna.

Where does the Colombo to University of Jaffna bus arrive?

Colombo to University of Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kantharmadam station.

Where does the Colombo to University of Jaffna train arrive?

Colombo to University of Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kokuvil station.

Can I drive from Colombo to University of Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to University of Jaffna is 393 km. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Colombo to University of Jaffna.

Where can I stay near University of Jaffna?

There are 151+ hotels available in University of Jaffna. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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