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

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Trincomalee is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 10000 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Kandy to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Trincomalee via Ambepussa and Warakapola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct train from Kandy to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Trincomalee via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Kandy to Trincomalee?

The distance between Kandy and Trincomalee is 247 km. The road distance is 180.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Trincomalee without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 2m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Trincomalee?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Kandy to Trincomalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Trincomalee bus from?

Kandy to Trincomalee bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Trincomalee train from?

Kandy to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Kandy to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Kandy to Trincomalee is to train which takes 8h 47m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Kandy to Trincomalee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Trincomalee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Trincomalee is 180 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Kandy to Trincomalee.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 379+ hotels available in Trincomalee.

Kandy to Trincomalee - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Kandy to Trincomalee by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Alawwatrain Kandy
2. Take the bus from Alawwa to Trincomaleebus
7h 2m
Bus via Dambulla
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambullabus
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Trincomaleebus
10h 28m
Rs 1,287–3,301
Train
1. Take the train from Kandy to Polgahawelatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Trincomaleetrain Colombo- Trincomalee
8h 47m
Rs 2,509–10,018
Drive 180.3 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Trincomaleecar 180.3 km
3h 5m
Rs 7,631–11,023
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Trincomaleetaxi 180.3 km
3h 5m
Rs 19,000–24,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ambepussabus 17
2. Take the bus from Warakapola to Trincomaleebus
7h 30m

Kandy to Trincomalee by train

7Weekly Trains

8h 47mAverage Duration

Rs 2,509Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kandy to Trincomalee.

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Distance: 247.3 km
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a train from Kandy to Trincomalee via Polgahawela in around 8h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kandy to Trincomalee via Ambepussa and Warakapola in around 7h 30m.

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