Trincomalee to Colombo Fort

Trincomalee to Colombo Fort

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Trincomalee to Colombo Fort Schedule

Trincomalee to Colombo Fort Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Tuktukdude Leisure Shuttle + Safari Drive 10:00 - 22:00LKR 38,665
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 12:15 - 18:40LKR 3,545
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 19:00 - 03:30LKR 2,390
Avro Travels VIP 32 22:00 - 04:15LKR 3,350

Transportation from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort

Facts about the transport from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport6h 15m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day4
Distance313 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Shuttle, Stef Lanka Tours, Tuktukdude Leisure

How to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 11.81. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 7.96.

How far is Trincomalee from Colombo Fort?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort. Your trip will be a total of 195 miles (313 km). The flying distance is 195 miles (313 km).

How long does it take to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

The travel time from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 16 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort?

The cost of the trip from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 7.96 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 11.81.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 7.96 to USD 11.81;
  • Bus tickets - USD 11.16 to USD 11.16;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 28.61 - USD 30.99. From Trincomalee to Colombo starting from 22:00 Trincomalee until 22:00 Trincomalee
  • taxi+Train price: USD 29.80 - USD 120.39. From Trincomalee to Colombo starting from 00:00 Trincomalee until 00:00 Trincomalee
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 100.13. From Trincomalee to Colombo starting from 10:00 Trincomalee until 10:00 Trincomalee
  • taxi+Van price: USD 122.72 - USD 151.88. From Trincomalee to Colombo starting from 10:00 Trincomalee until 10:00 Trincomalee
  • Van price : USD 128.85;

How many trips per day are there between Trincomalee and Colombo Fort?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 4 trains per day.
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Trincomalee to Colombo starting from 10:00 Trincomalee until 10:00 Trincomalee

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Trincomalee to Colombo is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Trincomalee to Colombo. 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 Trincomalee to Colombo.

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 Trincomalee to Colombo Fort

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort? 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:

  • 31% decided to go for a bus.
  • 31% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 31% chosen Bus+Van
  • 3% chosen taxi+Train
  • 2% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other