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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to China Bay

Composite routes from Colombo to China Bay

Cheapest
4 h 6 min
Car
256 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$402.17–$869.57

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to China
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$5.11

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.28–$4.02

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to China Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to China Bay is to train which costs $1.52 - $5.11 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to China Bay?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to China Bay is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $434.78 - $923.91 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and China Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at China Bay. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Colombo to China Bay?

The distance between Colombo and China Bay is 240 km. The road distance is 256.2 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to China Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to China Bay without a car is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to China Bay?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Colombo to China Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to China Bay train from?

Colombo to China Bay train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to China Bay?

The best way to get from Colombo to China Bay is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $434.78 - $923.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.98 - $9.24 and takes 7h 13m, you could also train, which costs $1.52 - $5.11 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Colombo to China Bay train arrive?

Colombo to China Bay train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at China Bay station.

Can I drive from Colombo to China Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to China Bay is 256 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Colombo to China Bay.

Where can I stay near China Bay?

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