Colombo to Trincomalee Bus
Colombo to Trincomalee
Trincomalee to Colombo
Colombo to Trincomalee Route Summary
Colombo to Trincomalee bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 3 daily bus departures available, including 3 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Colombo bus station at 22:30h, arriving at Trincomalee bus station at 04:55h the following day. While 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
270 km
Average Trip Duration
06h 25min
Total Departures
3
Popular Operators
Avro Travels, Tuktukdude Leisure
Lowest Price
€7
Transportation Options
Bus, Train, Minivan
Table Of Contents
Popular Departures
Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Colombo to Trincomalee:Getting from Colombo and Trincomalee by bus
The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Trincomalee is 270 km. The fastest bus 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 toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Trincomalee earlier, there
is 1 night bus 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 is a total of 2 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.Departure and arrival stations
For more details about Colombo or Trincomalee bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check 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
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.Adult ticket: €7 (One-Way) or €14 (Return).
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Other popular destinations from Colombo
If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Colombo, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between Colombo and Trincomalee?
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How many daily departures are there from Colombo to Trincomalee?
Are all the buses direct on the route from Colombo to Trincomalee?
What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Colombo to Trincomalee?
How do I get from Colombo to Trincomalee by bus?
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When do the earliest and latest bus leave Colombo?
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