Jaffna to Colombo tickets
Jaffna to Colombo Trip Overview
Colombo to JaffnaDistance 304 km (190.0 miles) | |
Price range US$ 8-US$ 330 | |
Ride Duration Range 7h-11h | |
Earliest Departure 14:45 | |
Latest Departure 23:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Jaffna to Colombo
Fastest bus: 11h
Cheapest bus: US$ 18
About the ride from Jaffna to Colombo
Jaffna to Colombo Route Information
The distance between Jaffna and Colombo is 190 miles, or approximately 304 kilometers.
There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna to Colombo, including train,bus,minivan,car.
The earliest departure leaves at 14:45 and has a duration of 11 hours.
The fastest way to travel is by car, which takes approximately 7 hours.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Jaffna to Colombo by train
- Starting Price: US$ 8
- 9 departures a day, or 63 departures a week
There are 5 travel classes for this journey, including: First Class, Second Class, Third Class Reserved Seats, Second Class Seat and Second Class Reserved Seats.
Each train ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all train options.
Jaffna to Colombo by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 18
- 6 departures a day, or 42 departures a week
There are 3 travel classes for this journey, including: Luxury, Tourist and VIP 32 Seats.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Jaffna to Colombo by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 330
- 102 departures a day, or 714 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Jaffna to Colombo by car
- Starting Price: US$ 277
- 102 departures a day, or 714 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each car ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all car options.
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Who are the service providers on this route?
TRAIN: Sri Lanka Railways | Sri Lanka Railway
BUS: Sri Lanka Luxury Bus Service | Prince Travels | Muthu Travels | AKMT Holidays
MINIVAN: Lanka Holidays
CAR: Lanka Holidays
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