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Eight ways to Travel from Matara to Jaffna Fort

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Cheapest
By car (527 km)
8 h 8 min
527 km.
from $28
Other
Rideshare
8 h 8 min
527 km.
from $6.87
Bus
10 h 4 min
416 km.
from $16.04
Train
12 h 49 min
416 km.
from $10
Bus, Train (Bus)
10 h 39 min
415 km.
from $7.49
Bus, Train (Fly Koggala to Sigiriya Airport)
29 h 33 min
415 km.
from $349.10
Bus, Train (Drive to Bandaranaike International Airport)
9 h 35 min
415 km.
from $274.13
Plane
10 h 8 min
415 km.
from $437.61

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$500.00
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.48–$413.04

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:
$2.07–$7.07
Train from Anuradhapura to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.09–$3.37
Train from Matara to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.21
Train from Bambalapitiya to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
8h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.07–$7.07
Train from Kurunegala to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.63–$5.33

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.00

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.39
Bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.54–$1.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Jaffna Fort is to train which costs $2.83 - $15.22 and takes 12h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Jaffna Fort is to drive which takes 8h 11m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Jaffna Fort?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Jaffna Fort. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Matara and Jaffna Fort?

No, there is no direct train from Matara to Jaffna Fort. However, there are services departing from Matara and arriving at Jaffna via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

How far is it from Matara to Jaffna Fort?

The distance between Matara and Jaffna Fort is 573 km. The road distance is 527.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Jaffna Fort without a car is to bus which takes 10h 4m and costs $10.33 - $11.41 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 4m to get from Matara to Jaffna Fort, including transfers.

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

Matara to Jaffna Fort bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Matara to Jaffna Fort?

The best way to get from Matara to Jaffna Fort is to bus which takes 10h 4m and costs $10.33 - $11.41 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.83 - $15.22 and takes 12h 49m. There are no good options to fly between Matara to Jaffna Fort.

Where does the Matara to Jaffna Fort bus arrive?

Matara to Jaffna Fort bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Matara to Jaffna Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matara to Jaffna Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Jaffna Fort is 527 km. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Matara to Jaffna Fort.

Where can I stay near Jaffna Fort?

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