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

The cheapest way to get from Trincomalee to Wattala is to train which costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trincomalee to Wattala is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 27m and costs Rs. 32000 - Rs. 110000.

How far is it from Trincomalee to Wattala?

The distance between Trincomalee and Wattala is 371 km. The road distance is 251.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Wattala without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 13000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Trincomalee to Wattala, including transfers.

Train or bus from Trincomalee to Wattala?

The best way to get from Trincomalee to Wattala is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 5500 and takes 7h 15m.

Can I drive from Trincomalee to Wattala?

Yes, the driving distance between Trincomalee to Wattala is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Trincomalee to Wattala.

Where can I stay near Wattala?

There are 1685+ hotels available in Wattala.

Trincomalee to Wattala - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Trincomalee to Wattala 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
3h 27m
Rs 32,401–106,702
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
7h 15m
Rs 3,167–5,208
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 35m
Rs 3,679–12,196
Drive 251.5 km
1. Drive from Trincomalee to Wattalacar 251.5 km
3h 50m
Rs 10,577–15,278

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

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 10,399Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Trincomalee to Wattala.

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Distance: 370.6 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Trincomalee, Sri Lanka and Wattala, 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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