What is the cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee?

The cheapest way to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee is to bus which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2300 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee?

The fastest way to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 4500 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Sigiriya and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct bus from Sigiriya to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Trincomalee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Sigiriya and Trincomalee?

No, there is no direct train from Sigiriya to Trincomalee. However, there are services departing from Habarana and arriving at Trincomalee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Sigiriya to Trincomalee?

The distance between Sigiriya and Trincomalee is 100 km. The road distance is 99.6 km.

How do I travel from Sigiriya to Trincomalee without a car?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Trincomalee bus from?

Sigiriya to Trincomalee bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Habarana station.

Where do I catch the Sigiriya to Trincomalee train from?

Sigiriya to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Habarana station.

Train or bus from Sigiriya to Trincomalee?

The best way to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 4300 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Sigiriya to Trincomalee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sigiriya to Trincomalee train arrive?

Sigiriya to Trincomalee train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Trincomalee station.

Can I drive from Sigiriya to Trincomalee?

Yes, the driving distance between Sigiriya to Trincomalee is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Sigiriya to Trincomalee.

Where can I stay near Trincomalee?

There are 460+ hotels available in Trincomalee.

Sigiriya to Trincomalee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sigiriya to Trincomalee by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Habarana to Trincomaleebus
2h 5m
Rs 1,694–2,256
Bus via Dambulla
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Trincomaleebus Colombo
3h 8m
Rs 1,352–3,748
Train
1. Take the train from Habarana to Trincomaleetrain Colombo- Trincomalee
2h 50m
Rs 2,227–4,213
Drive 99.6 km
1. Drive from Sigiriya to Trincomaleecar 99.6 km
1h 48m
Rs 4,540–6,557
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sigiriya to Trincomaleetaxi 99.6 km
1h 48m
Rs 11,000–13,000

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Distance: 100.2 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Sigiriya, Sri Lanka and Trincomalee, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Habarana to Trincomalee once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Habarana to Trincomalee once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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