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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Fort is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2600 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Fort is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 210000.

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Pettah. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Fort?

The distance between Jaffna and Fort is 397 km. The road distance is 395.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Fort without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400.

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

The train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort takes 6h 22m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Fort bus from?

Jaffna to Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Fort train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Jaffna to Fort?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Fort is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 2600 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 210000 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Jaffna to Fort bus arrive?

Jaffna to Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Jaffna to Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Fort is 395 km. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Jaffna to Fort.

How do I get a train ticket from Jaffna to Fort?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Jaffna to Fort?

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There are 4 ways to get from Jaffna to Fort by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 22m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kachcheri to Pettahbus
6h 40m
Rs 1,300–2,600
Drive 395.2 km
1. Drive from Jaffna to Fortcar 395.2 km
6h 28m
Rs 17,494–25,269
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 30m
Rs 99,968–202,145

Jaffna to Fort by train

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Distance: 396.9 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Jaffna, Sri Lanka and Fort, Western, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 22m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Kachcheri to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,550 and the journey takes 6h 40m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 4 hours.

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