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Colombo to Trincomalee

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257 km.
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4 h 7 min
257 km.
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Navigate from Colombo to Trincomalee

Continue
2 m
Turn left
65 m
Turn left onto D. R. Wijewardene Mawatha
1 km 633 m
At roundabout, take exit 2
134 m
Turn left onto Kothi Lane
193 m
Arrive at destination

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 Colombo to Trincomalee?

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

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

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

The distance between Colombo and Trincomalee is 258 km. The road distance is 257.1 km.

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Trincomalee train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Trincomalee?

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

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

Where does the Colombo to Trincomalee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Trincomalee is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Colombo 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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