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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Trincomalee to Colombo

Composite routes from Trincomalee to Colombo

Cheapest
3 h 57 min
Car
258 km.
from $14
Other
3 h 45 min
Taxi, Plane
236 km.
from $779.13

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
45 min
Every day
$304.89–$1,079.81
+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 30m
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
5h 50m
Once daily
$8.89–$10.16
+94 777 382 186
+94 777 382 186
[email protected]
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National Transport Commission
Website
7h 5m
Every 30 minutes
$2.67–$4.70
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

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?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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