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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 Pettah to Jaffna
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
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 Pettah to Jaffna
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 Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is to bus which costs $3.70 - $9.24 and takes 6h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $3.70 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Jetwing 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 Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

The distance between Colombo and Jetwing Jaffna is 417 km. The road distance is 393.1 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna without a car is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $3.70 - $9.24 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

The bus from Pettah to Jaffna takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

The best way to get from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $3.70 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 6h 54m. There are no good options to fly between Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna.

Where does the Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Jetwing Jaffna?

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

Where can I stay near Jetwing Jaffna?

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