The average train between Trincomalee and Negombo takes 17h 24m and the fastest train takes 17h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Trincomalee to Negombo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Trincomalee and Negombo. The earliest departure is at 12:15 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Trincomalee is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Negombo at 1:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Polgahawela and take an average of 17h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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17h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Trincomalee to Negombo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Trincomalee to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee station and arriving at Negombo station via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 24m.
Trincomalee to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Trincomalee station.
Trincomalee to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.
The distance between Trincomalee and Negombo is 216.2 km. The road distance is 305 km.
You can take a train from Trincomalee to Negombo via Polgahawela and Ragama in around 8h 47m.