What is the best way to travel from Colombo to Jaffna?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Jaffna from Colombo?
You can get to Jaffna with just $16 by taking a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m08:00 AMColomboCentral Bus Station3:30 PMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Central Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 8:00:00 AM to Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m010:00 PMColomboCentral Bus Station5:30 AMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Central Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM to Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM to Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Prince Travels7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Prince Travels goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m08:00 AMColomboTown Hall Bus Stop3:30 PMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Town Hall Bus Stop, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m010:00 PMColomboTown Hall Bus Stop5:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Town Hall Bus Stop, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Prince Travels7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Prince Travels goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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What are the fastest trips from Colombo to Jaffna?
You can get to Jaffna from Colombo in just 7h 30m with a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m08:00 AMColomboCentral Bus Station3:30 PMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Central Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 8:00:00 AM to Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/6/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m010:00 PMColomboCentral Bus Station5:30 AMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Central Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM to Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM to Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Prince Travels7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Prince Travels goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/6/2025 9:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m08:00 AMColomboTown Hall Bus Stop3:30 PMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Town Hall Bus Stop, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 8:00:00 AM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:30:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m010:00 PMColomboTown Hall Bus Stop5:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Town Hall Bus Stop, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Avro Travels & Tours7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Prince Travels7h 30m09:00 PMColomboRamakrishna Mission Hall4:30 AMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from Prince Travels goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 9:00:00 PM to Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
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Bus from Colombo to Jaffna
What are the most popular stations in Colombo and Jaffna?
In Colombo, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Ananda College Bus Stop or Fort Railway Station, while in Jaffna you will be arriving at Railway Station, Private Bus Stand or Jaffna Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Jaffna from Colombo? With 4 connections between 3 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Colombo and Jaffna, you can pay as low as $16 with a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Avro Travels & Tours: you will get to Jaffna in just 7h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Colombo and Jaffna are Avro Travels & Tours and Prince Travels, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Colombo and Jaffna is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kolonnawa or to Valvedditturai, and look at flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Colombo to Jaffna?
The most popular companies between Colombo and Jaffna, are Avro Travels & Tours and Prince Travels. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Avro Travels & Tours and Prince Travels
All you need to know when you travel from Colombo to Jaffna
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Colombo to Jaffna. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Colombo to Jaffna
How can I reach Jaffna from Colombo?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Jaffna from Colombo.
How far is Jaffna from Colombo?
The distance between Colombo and Jaffna is 189.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Colombo and Jaffna?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 52 kgs, and a flight 75 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Colombo to Jaffna?
You can get to Jaffna with just $16 by taking a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours.
What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Jaffna?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Jaffna in just 7h 30m with a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours.
More routes to Colombo and to Jaffna
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Colombo and to Jaffna. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
