What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1500 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Dutch Bay?

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.

How far is it from Colombo to Dutch Bay?

The distance between Colombo and Dutch Bay is 260 km. The road distance is 259.8 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Dutch Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay without a car is to bus via Dambulla which takes 5h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Dutch Bay bus from?

Colombo to Dutch Bay bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Dutch Bay?

The best way to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay is to bus via Dambulla which takes 5h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 10000 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Colombo to Dutch Bay bus arrive?

Colombo to Dutch Bay bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Dambulla station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Dutch Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Dutch Bay is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Colombo to Dutch Bay.

Where can I stay near Dutch Bay?

There are 355+ hotels available in Dutch Bay.

Colombo to Dutch Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Dutch Bay by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Dambulla
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Trincomaleebus Colombo
5h 38m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomaleebus Colombo
7h
Rs 850–1,500
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Trincomaleetrain Colombo- Trincomalee
8h 3m
Rs 1,629–9,606
Drive 259.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Dutch Baycar 259.8 km
4h 1m
Rs 10,987–15,870
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Habarana to Trincomaleebus
4h

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 15,772Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 259.6 km
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Dutch Bay, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Pettah to Trincomalee via Dambulla in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Trincomalee once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,500 and the journey takes 8h.

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