Kurunegala to Trincomalee

Kurunegala to Trincomalee

Kurunegala
Trincomalee
Mon, May 20
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Kurunegala to Trincomalee Schedule

Kurunegala to Trincomalee Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 2pax Any timeLKR 6,784
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 07:33 - 11:52LKR 1,760
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 23:38 - 05:30LKR 3,545

Transportation from Kurunegala to Trincomalee

Facts about the transport from Kurunegala to Trincomalee

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport3h 11m
Earliest Departure7:33 AM
Latest Departure11:38 PM
Departures per day8
Distance160 kilometers
Transport CompaniesSri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Kurunegala to Trincomalee

Travelling between Kurunegala and Trincomalee is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 115.97 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 5.84.

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

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 6 hours to travel between Kurunegala and Trincomalee depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Kurunegala and Trincomalee. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 11m. Train does a much slower job and take about 5h 52m to reach Trincomalee.

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

Travelling between Kurunegala and Trincomalee can be as cheap as USD 5.84 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 115.97 if you buy a Stef Lanka Tours taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 4 from Kurunegala to Trincomalee starting from 07:33 Kurunegala until 23:38 Kurunegala
  • 4 from Kurunegala to Trincomalee starting from 00:00 Kurunegala until 00:00 Kurunegala

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kurunegala to Trincomalee.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kurunegala and Trincomalee

Stef Lanka Tours

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kurunegala to Trincomalee?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% bought a taxi ride
  • 33% took a train