How to travel from Colombo to Trincomalee by train.
3 Answers from travellers
Yes, there is a direct train from Colombo Fort to Trincomalee. The most popular option for tourists is the direct night mail train, which leaves Colombo in the evening and arrives in Trincomalee early the next morning.
You should try to book a first class sleeping berth on the night train well in advance via the official railway website, as they are very comfortable and sell out quickly.
There are also daytime trains, but the journey takes about 8 to 9 hours. Taking the night train saves you a full day of travel and the cost of a hotel night.
Scam Watch: colombo
Driver claims the meter is broken and quotes an inflated flat rate. Common on arrival at airport or railway stations when tourists are tired and disoriented.
Drivers wearing official-looking uniforms claim to be "government-approved" and charge 3-5x normal rates. They may have fake badges or ID cards.
Women with babies approach asking you to buy milk powder at a nearby shop (not cash). The shop is run by accomplices and charges 5-10x normal price.
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