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How to Travel from

Jaffna to Colombo Fort

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Jaffna, Sri Lanka → Colombo Fort, Sri Lanka

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IndiGo Airlines
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IndiGo Airlines
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4h
Every day
$55.90–$177.85
Sri Lanka Railways
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Sri Lanka Railways
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6h 22m
4 times a day
$2.41–$8.26
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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NCG Express
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National Transport Commission
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NCG Express
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6h 10m
3 times a day
$10.18
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
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National Transport Commission
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10h 15m
Every 4 hours
$3.94–$6.99
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0112587372
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort is to bus via Jaffna which costs $3.37 - $5.98 and takes 10h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $81.52 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Colombo Fort?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Colombo Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct flight between Jaffna and Colombo Fort?

There are no direct flights between Jaffna and Colombo Fort. The fastest has 1 change and takes 4h and costs $47.83 - $152.17 .

How far is it from Jaffna to Colombo Fort?

The distance between Jaffna and Colombo Fort is 421 km. The road distance is 393.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs $8.71 .

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

The bus from Kachcheri to Pettah takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Jaffna to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Colombo Fort is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs $8.71 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 6h 22m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $206.52 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Jaffna to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Colombo Fort is 394 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Jaffna to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 1140+ hotels available in Colombo Fort. Prices start at $38.09 per night.
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