What is the cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 46m and costs Rs. 34000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Trincomalee and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

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 Trincomalee and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal bus from?

Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Trincomalee station.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal train from?

Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Trincomalee station.

Where can I stay near Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

There are 1472+ hotels available in Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal.

Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal

Q: How far is it from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

The distance between Trincomalee and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal is 377 km. The road distance is 257 km.

Q: How do I travel from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500.

Q: How long does it take to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, including transfers.

Q: Train or bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2500 and takes 7h 5m.

There are 4 ways to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Trincomalee to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)
2. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)BTC - CMB
3h 46m
Rs 34,402–101,202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalTrincomalee
7h 5m
Rs 850–2,500
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort StationTrincomalee
6h 43m
Rs 1,300–9,500
Drive 257 km
1. Drive from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal257 km
3h 56m
Rs 10,759–15,540

Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal by train and foot

14Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 377.1 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Trincomalee, Sri Lanka and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Trincomalee to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,500 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 850–950 and the journey takes 7h 5m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.

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