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By car (394 km)
6 h 44 min
394 km.
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394 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Jaffna to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.44–$190.56

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Fort is to bus which costs $3.70 - $9.24 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Fort is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $86.96 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Fort?

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

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and 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.

How far is it from Jaffna to Fort?

The distance between Jaffna and Fort is 421 km. The road distance is 394.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Fort without a car is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $3.70 - $9.24 .

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

The bus from Kachcheri to Pettah takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Fort train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Fort?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Fort is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $3.70 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 6h 22m, you could also fly, which costs $86.96 - $217.39 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Jaffna to Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Fort?

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

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Fort. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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