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

The cheapest way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2800 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Dutch Bay 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 Dutch Bay and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Dutch Bay to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

The distance between Dutch Bay and Colombo is 258 km. The road distance is 258.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo without a car is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 5h 12m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo, including transfers.

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

Dutch Bay to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Trincomalee station.

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

Dutch Bay to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Trincomalee station.

Train or bus from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

The best way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo is to bus and Mini Bus which takes 5h 12m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3600 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Dutch Bay to Colombo bus arrive?

Dutch Bay to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Dutch Bay to Colombo train arrive?

Dutch Bay to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dutch Bay to Colombo is 259 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Dutch Bay to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1430+ hotels available in Colombo.

Dutch Bay to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, Mini Bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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Bus, Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Dambullabus
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kandybus
5h 12m
Rs 1,707–2,334
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
7h 5m
Rs 850–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 27m
Rs 1,551–3,597
Drive 258.6 km
1. Drive from Dutch Bay to Colombocar 258.6 km
4h 10m
Rs 11,771–17,002

Dutch Bay to Colombo by bus

294Weekly Buses

7h 5mAverage Duration

Rs 850Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.8 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Trincomalee to Kandy via Dambulla in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Trincomalee to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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