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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kolonnawa to Trincomalee

Composite routes from Kolonnawa to Trincomalee

Cheapest
4 h 5 min
Car
255 km.
from $14
Fastest
55 min
Plane

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:
$241.37–$508.15

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:
$1.78–$6.10

Bus operators

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:
$8.77–$9.15

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:
$2.67–$4.70
Bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$2.03

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Kolonnawa to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Kolonnawa 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 Kolonnawa 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 Kolonnawa to Trincomalee?

The distance between Kolonnawa and Trincomalee is 258 km. The road distance is 255.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kolonnawa 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 Kolonnawa 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 Kolonnawa to Trincomalee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kolonnawa to Trincomalee train from?

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

Train or bus from Kolonnawa to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Kolonnawa 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 Kolonnawa to Trincomalee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kolonnawa to Trincomalee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kolonnawa to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Kolonnawa to Trincomalee is 256 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Kolonnawa 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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