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Colombo to Jaffna District

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6 h 49 min
393 km.
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6 h 49 min
393 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 Chunnakam
Ave. Duration:
6h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.54–$8.26

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Sirupiddy
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.52
Bus from Dambulla to Kaithady
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) is to train which costs $3.80 - $9.24 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs $9 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Jaffna District (Region)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Sirupiddy. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region)?

The distance between Colombo and Jaffna District (Region) is 430 km. The road distance is 397.7 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) without a car is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs $9 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region)?

The bus from Pettah to Sirupiddy takes 6h 27m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) bus from?

Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region)?

The best way to get from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs $9 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.80 - $9.24 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) bus arrive?

Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Sirupiddy station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Jaffna District (Region) is 398 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Colombo to Jaffna District (Region).

Where can I stay near Jaffna District (Region)?

There are 165+ hotels available in Jaffna District (Region). Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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