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6 h 43 min
392 km.
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392 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 Pettah?

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

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Pettah is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $86.96 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Pettah?

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 Pettah?

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 Pettah?

The distance between Jaffna and Pettah is 421 km. The road distance is 392.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Pettah 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 Pettah?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Pettah bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Pettah train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Pettah?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Pettah 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 49m.

Where does the Jaffna to Pettah bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jaffna to Pettah train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Pettah?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Pettah is 393 km. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Jaffna to Pettah.

Where can I stay near Pettah?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Pettah. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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