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

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

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 3h 57m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 16000.

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 260 km. The road distance is 258.5 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 Rs. 850 - Rs. 1500.

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 Rs. 850 - Rs. 1500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 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 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Colombo to Trincomalee.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 354+ hotels available in Trincomalee.

Colombo to Trincomalee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Trincomalee 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
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to TrincomaleeColombo
7h
Rs 850–1,500
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to TrincomaleeColombo- Trincomalee
8h
Rs 1,300–9,500
Drive 258.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Trincomalee258.5 km
3h 57m
Rs 10,860–15,686
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Trincomalee
4h 37m
Rs 23,904–111,055

Colombo to Trincomalee by bus

280Weekly Buses

7hAverage Duration

Rs 850Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.8 km
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Trincomalee, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 850–950 and the journey takes 7h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. 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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