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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Pettah to Trincomalee

Composite routes from Pettah to Trincomalee

Cheapest
3 h 56 min
Car
257 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$241.37–$508.15
+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
$1.78–$6.10
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Superline Travels
Website
National Transport Commission
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Superline Travels
Website
4h 29m
Once daily
$8.77–$9.27
+94 777 382 186
+94 777 382 186
[email protected]
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National Transport Commission
Website
2h
Every 30 minutes
$0.95–$1.65
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Pettah to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

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

The distance between Pettah and Trincomalee is 258 km. The road distance is 256.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pettah to Trincomalee 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 Pettah to Trincomalee?

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

Where do I catch the Pettah to Trincomalee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pettah to Trincomalee train from?

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

Train or bus from Pettah to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Pettah to Trincomalee 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.

Where does the Pettah to Trincomalee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pettah to Trincomalee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pettah to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Pettah to Trincomalee is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Pettah 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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