Negombo to Trincomalee

Negombo to Trincomalee

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Negombo to Trincomalee Schedule

Negombo to Trincomalee Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 2pax Any timeLKR 44,290
Tuktukdude Leisure Shuttle + Safari Drive 08:00 - 11:35LKR 38,746

Transportation from Negombo to Trincomalee

Facts about the transport from Negombo to Trincomalee

Cheapest Transport$130
Fastest Transport3h 35m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure8:00 AM
Departures per day2
Distance180 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Stef Lanka Tours, Tuktukdude Leisure

How to get from Negombo to Trincomalee

When you want to get from Negombo to Trincomalee, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus+taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 281.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+taxi as a bus+taxi ticket costs as low as USD 224.99.

How far is Negombo from Trincomalee?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Negombo to Trincomalee. Your trip will be a total of 112 miles (180 km). The flying distance is 112 miles (180 km).

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

The travel time from Negombo to Trincomalee can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Negombo to Trincomalee?

The cost of the trip from Negombo to Trincomalee varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Ceylon Roots: travelling by bus+taxi expect to pay as low as USD 224.99 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus+taxi - a one-way Bus+taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 281.74.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Negombo to Trincomalee:

  • Van price : USD 129.20;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 224.99 - USD 281.74. From Negombo to Trincomalee starting from 00:00 Negombo until 00:00 Negombo

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 147.68 to USD 203.07.

How many trips per day are there between Negombo and Trincomalee?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Negombo to Trincomalee starting from 00:00 Negombo until 00:00 Negombo

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Negombo to Trincomalee. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 147.68.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Negombo to Trincomalee. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Negombo to Trincomalee.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Negombo to Trincomalee

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Negombo to Trincomalee? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to catch a taxi.