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Trincomalee to Kataragama

Updated: March 12, 2024 11:42 AM
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Trincomalee to Kataragama - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language:

The official languages of Sri Lanka are Sinhala and Tamil. However, English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Currency:

The official currency of Sri Lanka is the Sri Lankan rupee (LKR).

Distance:

The distance between Trincomalee and Kataragama is approximately 260 kilometers (160 miles).

How to Reach:

  • By train: There is no direct train from Trincomalee to Kataragama. You can take a train from Trincomalee to Colombo and then another train from Colombo to Kataragama.
  • By bus: There are several buses that run from Trincomalee to Kataragama. The journey takes about 10 hours.
  • By car: You can also rent a car and drive from Trincomalee to Kataragama. The journey takes about 6 hours.

Expenses:

The cost of travel from Trincomalee to Kataragama will vary depending on the mode of transport you choose.

  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Trincomalee to Colombo is approximately LKR 1,000. The cost of a train ticket from Colombo to Kataragama is approximately LKR 500.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Trincomalee to Kataragama is approximately LKR 500.
  • By car: The cost of renting a car in Sri Lanka is approximately LKR 3,000 per day. The cost of fuel is approximately LKR 150 per liter.

Best time to go:

The best time to visit Kataragama is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.

What to Eat:

There are many delicious dishes to try in Kataragama.

  • Kottu roti: A roti dish made with shredded roti, vegetables, and meat or seafood.
  • Hoppers: A bowl-shaped pancake made with fermented rice batter.
  • String hoppers: A type of noodle made with rice flour.

Where to Go:

There are many things to see and do in Kataragama.

  • Kataragama Temple: A Hindu temple dedicated to the god Kataragama.
  • Yala National Park: A national park home to elephants, leopards, and other wildlife.
  • Bundala National Park: A national park home to a variety of birds.

FA

  1. What is the best way to get from Trincomalee to Kataragama?

    2. The best way to get from Trincomalee to Kataragama is by bus or train.

  2. How long does it take to get from Trincomalee to Kataragama?

    3. The journey from Trincomalee to Kataragama takes about 10 hours by bus or train.

  3. How much does it cost to get from Trincomalee to Kataragama?

    4. The cost of travel from Trincomalee to Kataragama will vary depending on the mode of transport you choose.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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