Negombo to Trincomalee

Negombo to Trincomalee

Negombo
Trincomalee
Jun 15, 2028
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Negombo to Trincomalee Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$71.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$118.00
Van
Tuktukdude Leisure
Shuttle + Safari Drive
08:00
11:35
$100.00

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:

  • Flight
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 249.17. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 73.60.

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 174 miles (279 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 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 1 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 Real Lanka Holidays: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 73.60 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 249.17.

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

  • Van price : USD 114.03;
  • Plane tickets - USD 246.93 to USD 246.93;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 73.60 to USD 249.17.

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

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Negombo to Trincomalee any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Negombo to Trincomalee. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 246.93.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Negombo to Trincomalee

Cinnamon Air

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 73.60.

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:

  • 76% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 24% opted for a van.

Transportation from Negombo to Trincomalee

Facts about the transport from Negombo to Trincomalee

Cheapest Transport$74
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure10:30 AM
Departures per day9
Distance279 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Cinnamon Air, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tuktukdude Leisure