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

The cheapest way to get from Malabe to Trincomalee is to bus via Moratuwa which costs Rs. 1635 - Rs. 1645 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malabe to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Malabe and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Malabe to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Malabe and arriving at Trincomalee via Moratuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Malabe to Trincomalee?

The distance between Malabe and Trincomalee is 301 km. The road distance is 255.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Malabe to Trincomalee without a car is to bus via Moratuwa which takes 7h 6m and costs Rs. 1635 - Rs. 1645.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Malabe to Trincomalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malabe to Trincomalee bus from?

Malabe to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Moratuwa station.

Train or bus from Malabe to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Malabe to Trincomalee is to bus via Moratuwa which takes 7h 6m and costs Rs. 1635 - Rs. 1645. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 14000 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Malabe to Trincomalee bus arrive?

Malabe to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Trincomalee station.

Can I drive from Malabe to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Malabe to Trincomalee is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Malabe to Trincomalee.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 355+ hotels available in Trincomalee.

Malabe to Trincomalee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Malabe 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 via Moratuwa
best
1. Take the bus from Moratuwa to Trincomaleebus
7h 6m
Rs 1,635–1,644
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Trincomaleetrain Colombo- Trincomalee
8h 14m
Rs 4,797–13,633
Drive 255.6 km
1. Drive from Malabe to Trincomaleecar 255.6 km
3h 56m
Rs 10,722–15,488
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Trincomaleebus
4h 33m
Rs 23,903–125,955
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomaleebus Colombo
7h 14m
Rs 4,392–5,686

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

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 12,918Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Malabe to Trincomalee.

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Distance: 300.8 km
Duration: 7h 6m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Moratuwa to Trincomalee once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,525 and the journey takes 5h 34m. 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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