Sri Lanka route guide · Eastern Province
Arugam Bay, known for world-class surfing, is 5.5 to 6.5 hours from Trincomalee by car. Many travellers break the drive in Pasikudah.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
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About 245 km by road.
5.5 to 6.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 11.5 to 13.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Pasikudah is the most natural place to break the journey, about 2.5 to 3 hours from Trincomalee.
