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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Trincomalee

Composite routes from Colombo to Trincomalee

Cheapest
3 h 57 min
Car
258 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$206.52–$434.78
+94 11 2 475 475
+94 11 2 475 475
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Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
8h
Once daily
$1.52–$5.22
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Superline Travels
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
Superline Travels
Website
2h 58m
Once daily
$7.50–$7.83
+94 777 382 186
+94 777 382 186
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
National Transport Commission
Website
7h
Every 30 minutes
$2.28–$4.02
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Trincomalee?

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?

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?

The distance between Colombo and Trincomalee is 258 km. The road distance is 257.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $2.28 - $4.02 .

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

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee takes 7h including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Trincomalee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Trincomalee train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee is to bus which takes 7h and costs $2.28 - $4.02 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $5.22 and takes 8h.

Where does the Colombo to Trincomalee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Trincomalee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Trincomalee is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Colombo 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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