What is the best way to travel from Jaffna to Colombo?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Colombo from Jaffna. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Colombo from Jaffna?
You can get to Colombo 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 & Tours11h 0m08:00 PMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand7:00 AMColomboCentral Bus Station0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 8:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Avro Travels & Tours11h 0m08:00 PMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop7:00 AMColomboTown Hall Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 8:00:00 PM to Town Hall Bus Stop, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Jaffna to Colombo?
You can get to Colombo from Jaffna in just 11h 0m 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 & Tours11h 0m08:00 PMJaffnaPrivate Bus Stand7:00 AMColomboCentral Bus Station0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Private Bus Stand, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 8:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Avro Travels & Tours11h 0m08:00 PMJaffnaJaffna Bus Stop7:00 AMColomboTown Hall Bus Stop0First ClassA Bus from Avro Travels & Tours goes from Jaffna Bus Stop, Jaffna (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 8:00:00 PM to Town Hall Bus Stop, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 First Class ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Bus from Jaffna to Colombo
What are the most popular stations in Jaffna and Colombo?
In Jaffna, you will usually depart from Railway Station, Private Bus Stand or Jaffna Bus Stop, while in Colombo you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Ananda College Bus Stop or Fort Railway Station, 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 Colombo from Jaffna? With 2 connections between 2 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 Jaffna and Colombo, 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 Colombo in just 11h 0m.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 Jaffna and Colombo are Avro Travels & Tours, 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 Jaffna and Colombo 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 Valvedditturai or to Kolonnawa, and look at flights from , and landing at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport. 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 Jaffna to Colombo?
The most popular companies between Jaffna and Colombo, are Avro Travels & Tours. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Avro Travels & Tours
All you need to know when you travel from Jaffna to Colombo
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Jaffna to Colombo. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Jaffna to Colombo
How can I reach Colombo from Jaffna?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Colombo from Jaffna.
How far is Colombo from Jaffna?
The distance between Jaffna and Colombo is 189.4 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Jaffna and Colombo?
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 Jaffna to Colombo?
You can get to Colombo with just $16 by taking a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours.
What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna to Colombo?
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 Colombo in just 11h 0m with a Bus from Avro Travels & Tours.
More routes to Jaffna and to Colombo
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Jaffna and to Colombo. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
