What is the cheapest way to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee?

The cheapest way to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee is to bus which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1600 and takes 7h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee?

The fastest way to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1600.

Is there a direct bus between Pigeon Island and Trincomalee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galle and arriving at Trincomalee. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Pigeon Island and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct train from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Trincomalee via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee?

The distance between Pigeon Island and Trincomalee is 376 km.

How do I travel from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee without a car?

The best way to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee without a car is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1600.

How long does it take to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee?

The bus from Galle to Trincomalee takes 7h 32m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Pigeon Island to Trincomalee bus from?

Pigeon Island to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Galle station.

Where do I catch the Pigeon Island to Trincomalee train from?

Pigeon Island to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Train or bus from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 11h 43m.

Where does the Pigeon Island to Trincomalee bus arrive?

Pigeon Island to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Trincomalee station.

Where does the Pigeon Island to Trincomalee train arrive?

Pigeon Island to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 453+ hotels available in Trincomalee.

Pigeon Island to Trincomalee - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pigeon Island to Trincomalee by bus or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Galle to Trincomaleebus
7h 32m
Rs 1,000–1,600
Train
1. Take the train from Galle to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Trincomaleetrain Colombo- Trincomalee
11h 43m
Rs 1,503–6,268
Bus via Kaduwela
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawathabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Trincomaleebus
7h 34m
Rs 1,383–1,871
Bus via Kaduwela #2
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawathabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Trincomaleebus Colombo-Trincomalee
9h 10m
Rs 2,633–3,271

Pigeon Island to Trincomalee by train

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11h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 375.6 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Pigeon Island, Sri Lanka and Trincomalee, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Galle to Trincomalee once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,000–1,600 and the journey takes 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galle to Trincomalee via Fort Station in around 11h 43m.

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