What is the cheapest way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2800 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Dutch Bay and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dutch Bay and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Dutch Bay to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

The distance between Dutch Bay and Colombo is 261 km. The road distance is 258.6 km.

How do I travel from Dutch Bay to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 8m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 6000.

How long does it take to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dutch Bay to Colombo bus from?

Dutch Bay to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Trincomalee station.

Where do I catch the Dutch Bay to Colombo train from?

Dutch Bay to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Trincomalee station.

Train or bus from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

The best way to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2800 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Dutch Bay to Colombo bus arrive?

Dutch Bay to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Dutch Bay to Colombo train arrive?

Dutch Bay to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Dutch Bay to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dutch Bay to Colombo is 259 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Dutch Bay to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

Dutch Bay to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dutch Bay to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Polgahawelabus
2. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 8m
Rs 2,118–5,670
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
7h 5m
Rs 850–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 22m
Rs 1,463–3,493
Drive 258.6 km
1. Drive from Dutch Bay to Colombocar 258.6 km
4h 10m
Rs 11,606–16,763

Dutch Bay to Colombo by bus

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 261.3 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Dutch Bay, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Trincomalee to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Trincomalee to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 850–950 and the journey takes 7h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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