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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Badulla to Trincomalee

Composite routes from Badulla to Trincomalee

Cheapest
4 h 23 min
Car
253 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Badulla Station to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
8h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.45
Train from Polgahawela to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.57

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$3.05
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$4.70

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla to Trincomalee?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Trincomalee is to train which costs $2.39 - $8.15 and takes 16h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla to Trincomalee?

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Hali-Ela and arriving at Trincomalee via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Trincomalee via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 8m.

How far is it from Badulla to Trincomalee?

The distance between Badulla and Trincomalee is 322 km. The road distance is 254.2 km.

How do I travel from Badulla to Trincomalee without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla to Trincomalee without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Trincomalee?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Badulla to Trincomalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Trincomalee bus from?

Badulla to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Hali-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Trincomalee train from?

Badulla to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Badulla Station.

Train or bus from Badulla to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Badulla to Trincomalee is to train which takes 16h 8m and costs $2.39 - $8.15 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $11.96 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Badulla to Trincomalee bus arrive?

Badulla to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Trincomalee train arrive?

Badulla to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Trincomalee is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Badulla to Trincomalee.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 290+ hotels available in Trincomalee. Prices start at $22.99 per night.
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