Rome2Rio

How to get fromTrincomalee to Nagapattinamby bus, ferry, or train

Find Transport to Nagapattinam

See all options

There are 2 ways to get from Trincomalee to Nagapattinam by bus, ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Trincomalee to Dambullabus bus
    2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kankesanturaibus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Kankesanturai to Nagapattinamferry ferry
    12h 11m
    ₹7,280–7,956

  2. Train, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Maho Junctiontrain train
    2. Take the train from Maho to Kankesanturaitrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Kankesanturai to Nagapattinamferry ferry
    13h 53m
    ₹7,265–8,315

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Trincomalee to Nagapattinam.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 490.6 km
  • Duration: 12h 11m

What companies run services between Trincomalee, Sri Lanka and Nagapattinam, India?

There is no direct connection from Trincomalee to Nagapattinam. However, you can take the bus to Dambulla, take the bus to Kankesanturai, take the taxi to Kankesanturai, then take the ferry to Nagapattinam. Alternatively, you can take a train from Trincomalee to Nagapattinam via Maho, Kankesanturai, and Kankesanturai in around 13h 53m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including French strikes 2018: What are my alternative transport options?, Need to know: Jadrolinija, and Getting to Rome from the airport - to help you get the most out of your next trip.