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

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Kottawa is to bus via Trincomalee which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2500 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Kottawa is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Trincomalee and Kottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Trincomalee to Kottawa. However, there are services departing from 04 kanuwa and arriving at Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre via Colombo City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Trincomalee to Kottawa?

The distance between Trincomalee and Kottawa is 313 km. The road distance is 264 km.

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

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Kottawa without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 16000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Trincomalee to Kottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Kottawa bus from?

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

Train or bus from Trincomalee to Kottawa?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Kottawa is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2500 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Trincomalee to Kottawa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trincomalee to Kottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Trincomalee to Kottawa is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Trincomalee to Kottawa.

Where can I stay near Kottawa?

There are 1496+ hotels available in Kottawa.

Trincomalee to Kottawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Trincomalee to Kottawa by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 45m
Rs 6,079–15,296
Bus via Trincomalee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
8h 43m
Rs 850–2,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from 04 kanuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee-Colombo
7h 21m
Rs 2,200–2,500
Drive 264 km
1. Drive from Trincomalee to Kottawacar 264 km
3h 58m
Rs 11,275–16,286

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 312.9 km
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Trincomalee, Sri Lanka and Kottawa, Western, 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, 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.

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