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How to Travel from

Colombo to Trincomalee Station

by Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$260.87–$923.91

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$5.22

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.93
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.83

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.82–$1.41
Bus from Kurunegala to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.41–$2.61
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.92–$1.74
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 Trincomalee Station?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station is to train which costs $1.52 - $5.22 and takes 8h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Trincomalee Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Trincomalee. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Trincomalee Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Trincomalee. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Colombo to Trincomalee Station?

The distance between Colombo and Trincomalee Station is 258 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Trincomalee Station without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station without a car is to bus via Kurunegala which takes 6h 38m and costs $2.17 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Trincomalee Station bus from?

Colombo to Trincomalee Station bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Trincomalee Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Trincomalee Station?

The best way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee Station is to bus via Kurunegala which takes 6h 38m and costs $2.17 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $5.22 and takes 8h 17m. There are no good options to bus between Colombo to Trincomalee Station.

Where does the Colombo to Trincomalee Station bus arrive?

Colombo to Trincomalee Station bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Colombo to Trincomalee Station train arrive?

Colombo to Trincomalee Station train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Trincomalee station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Trincomalee Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Trincomalee Station is 258 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Colombo to Trincomalee Station.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee Station?

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