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Kotahena to Jaffna

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6 h 41 min
392 km.
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6 h 41 min
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:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.41–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Armour street to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kachcheri
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Armour street to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.19–$7.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kotahena to Jaffna is to bus which costs $3.59 - $9.24 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kotahena to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $3.59 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Kotahena and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Armour street and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kotahena and Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Kotahena to Jaffna?

The distance between Kotahena and Jaffna is 414 km. The road distance is 392.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kotahena to Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $3.59 - $9.24 .

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

The bus from Armour street to Jaffna takes 6h 5m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kotahena to Jaffna bus from?

Kotahena to Jaffna bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Armour street station.

Where do I catch the Kotahena to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Kotahena to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Kotahena to Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $3.59 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Kotahena to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kotahena to Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kotahena to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotahena to Jaffna is 392 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Kotahena to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

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