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Jaffna to Trincomalee

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4 h 8 min
235 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Jaffna to Trincomalee

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Cheapest
By car (235 km)
4 h 8 min
235 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
4 h 8 min
235 km.
from $8.94
Bus via Kachcheri
6 h 57 min
180 km.
from $5.43
Train
10 h 13 min
180 km.
from $5.80
Train, Bus
8 h 33 min
180 km.
from $8.41
Bus
9 h 23 min
180 km.
from $8.96

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Maho
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.52–$5.14
Train from Maho Junction to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.02–$3.18
Train from Jaffna to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$3.81

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.38–$8.89

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91
Bus from Anuradhapura to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.14
Bus from Jaffna to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.41–$4.99

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee?

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee is to train which costs $2.17 - $7.61 and takes 10h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee?

The fastest way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $30.43 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Jaffna (Station) and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Trincomalee via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Jaffna (Station) and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Trincomalee via Maho Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee?

The distance between Jaffna (Station) and Trincomalee is 360 km. The road distance is 235.4 km.

How do I travel from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee without a car?

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee without a car is to bus via Kachcheri which takes 6h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee bus from?

Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

Where do I catch the Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee train from?

Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train or bus from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee is to bus via Kachcheri which takes 6h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $7.61 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee bus arrive?

Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee train arrive?

Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maho station.

Can I drive from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee is 235 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Jaffna (Station) to Trincomalee.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 294+ hotels available in Trincomalee. Prices start at $22.27 per night.
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