How long is the Colombo (CMB) Airport to Trincomalee City private transfer?

Approximately 4h 42m for 235.0 km on the standard road route. Real travel time varies with traffic, especially near Colombo and Negombo at peak hours.

How much does the Colombo (CMB) Airport to Trincomalee City transfer cost?

Prices start at USD 104.00 for a Small car (1–2 passengers) — all-inclusive (driver, fuel, tolls, parking, air-conditioning). Larger vehicles and premium classes are priced higher; see the vehicle table on this page for the full list.

What vehicle classes are available?

Options on this route: Small car (1–2 passengers), Standard car (1–3 passengers), Standard van (1–7 passengers), Large van (1–10 passengers), Standard bus (10–30 passengers). Each vehicle is private and not shared with other guests.

Can I book this transfer for a late-night or early-morning flight?

Yes. Lakpura private transfers operate 24 hours a day including airport pick-ups and drop-offs for night and early-morning flights, with no surcharge for off-peak times.

Can I book a return transfer?

Yes — book a one-way here, then add the reverse leg as a second booking, or contact us for a round-trip arrangement.

What is included in the transfer fare?

Driver, fuel, vehicle running costs, highway tolls, parking, airport entry charges, air-conditioning, and all standard taxes. Food and any optional stops along the way are not included.

Colombo (CMB) Airport to Trincomalee City Private Transfer

Q: Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. The price is the same whether one passenger or the full capacity travels — choose the class that fits your group size.

Private, air-conditioned transfer from Colombo (CMB) Airport to Trincomalee with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide and airport meet-and-greet.

Distance235 km

Estimated drive4h 42m

From$104

Vehicles5 options

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Pick-up

Colombo (CMB) Airport

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Drop-off

Trincomalee City

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11:10	UL 122	Chennai	Srilankan Airlines	Select
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11:15	UL 162	Trivandrum	Srilankan Airlines	Select
11:20	UL 102	Male	Srilankan Airlines	Select
11:25	UL 166	Cochin	Srilankan Airlines	Select
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15:40	OQ 2393	Chongqing	Chongqing Airlines	Select
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16:20	FZ 549	Dubai	Fly Dubai	Select
16:30	QR 654	Doha	Qatar Airways	Select
17:00	UL 120	Gan Intl	Srilankan Airlines	Select
17:20	UL 128	Chennai	Srilankan Airlines	Select
17:30	UL 116	Male	Srilankan Airlines	Select
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18:15	8D 924	Male	Fits Air	Select
18:25	EK 652	Dubai/Male	Emirates	Select
18:30	6E 1169	Delhi	Indigo Airlines	Select
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20:50	6E 1183	Bangalore	Indigo Airlines	Select
21:00	OQ 2394	Male	Chongqing Airlines	Select
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22:15	6E 1173	Chennai	Indigo Airlines	Select
22:15	UL 124	Chennai	Srilankan Airlines	Select
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22:30	UL 605	Melbourne	Srilankan Airlines	Select
22:50	UL 104	Male	Srilankan Airlines	Select
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23:30	SQ 468	Singapore	Singapore Airlines	Select
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Pricing is the live driver-trip fare for this exact route.

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Vehicle

Adults1

Check-in bags1

Carry-on bags1

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Your details

We'll email a confirmation voucher and dispatch your driver. Cancel free up to 24 hours before pick-up.

Pick-up date / time (your flight arrival)

Airline Arrival flight no.

Notes (child seats, luggage, special requests)

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Arrange a private airport arrival transfer from Colombo (CMB) Airport to Trincomalee with Lakpura. Your English-speaking chauffeur-guide meets you in the arrivals hall and drives you straight to your Trincomalee address in a private, air-conditioned vehicle — no shared rides, no waiting for other passengers. Estimated travel time is about 4 hours 40 minutes, over a one-way distance of 235 km; your chauffeur takes the best route on the day depending on traffic and weather.

Trincomalee is a coastal city on the north-east coast of Sri Lanka, known for its natural deep-water harbour on the Bay of Bengal.

What's included

Meet-and-greet at the arrivals hall with a Lakpura name placard, plus 60 minutes' free waiting time.
Pick-up at Colombo (CMB) Airport and drop-off at any address within Trincomalee.
Private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide.
500 ml bottled water per passenger.
Airport entry charges, parking, highway tolls, service charges and all taxes.
24/7 assistance by phone and WhatsApp from our dispatch team.

What's not included

Extra stops or sightseeing en route (choose our intercity transfer with stop-over for that).
Baby and booster seats (request in advance via the notes field).
Oversized luggage such as surfboards or golf bags.
Transport for differently-abled passengers (separate service).
Transport for pets.

Vehicles & capacity

Pick the vehicle that fits your group and luggage — pricing is per vehicle, not per seat:

Standard Car — up to 2 adults, 2 check-in bags and 2 carry-on bags. Service № LKA286RMAB
Standard Van — up to 5 adults, 5 check-in bags and 5 carry-on bags. Service № LKPZ93679A
Large Van — up to 8 adults, 8 check-in bags and 8 carry-on bags. Service № LKWGYJ5CV5
Standard Bus — up to 13 adults, 13 check-in bags and 13 carry-on bags. Service № LKPJQ3XKJ6

Good to know

We track delayed inbound flights and adjust your pick-up at no extra charge.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pick-up time.
The fare already covers the driver's return leg — there is nothing more to pay on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I meet my driver at the airport?

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall holding a Lakpura placard with the lead passenger's name. You get 60 minutes' free waiting time after landing.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

We monitor your inbound flight and move the pick-up to match — there is no extra charge for a delayed arrival.

How many people can the transfer carry?

From 1 to 15 passengers depending on the vehicle, from a Standard Car up to a Standard Bus. Pricing is per vehicle for the whole journey.

Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. The Colombo (CMB) Airport to Trincomalee transfer starts from US$104 for the whole car, including taxes, tolls and the driver's return.