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Colombo to Kilinochchi

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329 km.
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329 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 Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18
Bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi is to train which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $8.71 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kilinochchi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kilinochchi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Colombo and Kilinochchi is 332 km. The road distance is 329.3 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Kilinochchi without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $8.71 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kilinochchi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kilinochchi train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $8.71 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Colombo to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Colombo and Kilinochchi?

It is currently 20:23 at both, Colombo and Kilinochchi.

Where does the Colombo to Kilinochchi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kilinochchi is 329 km. It takes approximately 5h 43m to drive from Colombo to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are eight+ hotels available in Kilinochchi. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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