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

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Trincomalee and Colombo Fort?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 04 kanuwa and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Trincomalee and Colombo Fort?

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.

How far is it from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

The distance between Trincomalee and Colombo Fort is 256 km. The road distance is 258.5 km.

How do I travel from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort without a car is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2500.

How long does it take to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

The bus from 04 kanuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 5h 43m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Colombo Fort bus from?

Trincomalee to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from 04 kanuwa station.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Colombo Fort train from?

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

Train or bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Trincomalee to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

Trincomalee to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Trincomalee and Colombo Fort?

Colombo Fort is 2h 30m ahead of Trincomalee. It is currently 11:32 AM in Trincomalee and 2:02 PM in Colombo Fort.

Where does the Trincomalee to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Trincomalee to Colombo Fort is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo Fort.

Trincomalee to Colombo Fort - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort by bus, train, or car

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 04 kanuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee-Colombo
5h 52m
Rs 2,200–2,500
Bus via Trincomalee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
7h 14m
Rs 850–2,500
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 50m
Rs 1,300–9,500
Drive 258.5 km
1. Drive from Trincomalee to Colombo Fortcar 258.5 km
3h 59m
Rs 11,014–15,909
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Polgahawelabus
2. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 8m
Rs 2,943–4,955

Trincomalee to Colombo Fort by bus and foot

294Weekly Services

7h 14mAverage Duration

Rs 850Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.7 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from 04 kanuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,500 and the journey takes 5h 43m. Alternatively, 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.

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