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

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Ratmalana is to train which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 14000 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Ratmalana is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 48m and costs Rs. 37000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Trincomalee and Ratmalana?

No, there is no direct bus from Trincomalee to Ratmalana. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Ratmalana via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Trincomalee to Ratmalana?

The distance between Trincomalee and Ratmalana is 390 km. The road distance is 270.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Ratmalana without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 14000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Trincomalee to Ratmalana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trincomalee to Ratmalana bus from?

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

Train or bus from Trincomalee to Ratmalana?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Ratmalana is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Trincomalee to Ratmalana bus arrive?

Trincomalee to Ratmalana bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Dambulla station.

Can I drive from Trincomalee to Ratmalana?

Yes, the driving distance between Trincomalee to Ratmalana is 270 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Trincomalee to Ratmalana.

Where can I stay near Ratmalana?

There are 1445+ hotels available in Ratmalana.

Trincomalee to Ratmalana - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Trincomalee to Ratmalana by taxi, plane, 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.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Trincomalee to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)taxi
2. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane BTC - CMB
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Ratmalanataxi
3h 48m
Rs 37,401–113,202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
7h 24m
Rs 5,167–7,908
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 42m
Rs 5,179–13,896
Drive 270.3 km
1. Drive from Trincomalee to Ratmalanacar 270.3 km
4h 13m
Rs 11,382–16,441
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Dambullabus Trincomalee
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Ratmalanabus
7h 25m

Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

21Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

Rs 10,465Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 390.3 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Trincomalee, Sri Lanka and Ratmalana, 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. Two other operators also service this route.

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