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Trincomalee to Colombo

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$260.87–$923.91

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Trincomalee to Fort
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$5.22

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Trincomalee to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$8.70

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Trincomalee to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.28–$4.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo is to train which costs $1.52 - $5.22 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $336.96 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Trincomalee and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Trincomalee and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Trincomalee to Colombo?

The distance between Trincomalee and Colombo is 377 km. The road distance is 256.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $2.28 - $8.70 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Trincomalee to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Colombo bus from?

Trincomalee to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Trincomalee station.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Trincomalee to Colombo?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $2.28 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $5.22 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Trincomalee to Colombo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Trincomalee and Colombo?

It is currently 00:39 at both, Trincomalee and Colombo.

Where does the Trincomalee to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trincomalee to Colombo?

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

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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