Colombo to Trincomalee Bus and Coach
Colombo to Trincomalee
Trincomalee to Colombo
Colombo to Trincomalee Route Overview
Colombo to Trincomalee bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 3 daily bus departures available, including 3 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Colombo at 22:30h, arriving at Trincomalee at 04:55h the following day. While the latest bus departs at 22:30h, arriving at 04:55h the following day.
Departure station and country
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Arrival station and country
Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
Travel Distance
168 mi
Average Trip Duration
06h 25min
Total Departures
3
Popular Operators
Avro Travels, Tuktukdude Leisure
Lowest Price
£6
Transportation Options
Coach, Train, Minivan
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Popular Departures
Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Colombo to Trincomalee:Traveling by coach from Colombo to Trincomalee
The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Trincomalee is 168 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 22:30 has a travel time of 06:25h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:25h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.Overnight coaches
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Trincomalee earlier, there
is 1 night coach and 3 trains departing from Colombo to Trincomalee.
The overnight journeys start at 21:30 depending on whether you're travelling by bus or train and arrive as early as 04:55
the following day.
Below is the most popular night departure to Trincomalee:
Bus companies operating the Colombo to Trincomalee route
There are 2 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.Departure and arrival stations
For more details about Colombo or Trincomalee coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.
Colombo
You can see information about the departure station and stops Colombo here
Trincomalee
Click here to open location in google maps.Cheapest tickets
Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:Adult ticket: £6 (One-Way) or £12 (Return).
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Other popular destinations from Colombo
If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Colombo, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:Frequently asked questions
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