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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$584.37
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ragama to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
7h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.72
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03
Train from Galle to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.13
Train from Fort Station to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.78–$6.10

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.26–$10.16
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.15

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$2.03
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$4.70

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Trincomalee is to train which costs $2.17 - $11.96 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $48.91 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Trincomalee via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Trincomalee via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Galle to Trincomalee?

The distance between Galle and Trincomalee is 370 km. The road distance is 365.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Trincomalee without a car is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs $8.15 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m to get from Galle to Trincomalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Trincomalee bus from?

Galle to Trincomalee bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Trincomalee train from?

Galle to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Train or bus from Galle to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Galle to Trincomalee is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs $8.15 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $11.96 and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Galle to Trincomalee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Trincomalee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Trincomalee is 366 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Galle 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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