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Dambulla, Sri Lanka → Ella, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dambulla to Ella

Composite routes from Dambulla to Ella

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
165 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 32 min
Plane, Taxi
116 km.
from $637.24
12 h 59 min
Bus, Train
116 km.
from $9.36
9 h 15 min
116 km.
from $16.72
9 h 43 min
116 km.
from $26.22

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Ella
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.72

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ella
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Ella is to bus and train which costs $2.83 - $13.04 and takes 12h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla to Ella?

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Ella is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 32m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Ella?

No, there is no direct bus from Dambulla to Ella. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Ella via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Ella?

The distance between Dambulla and Ella is 303 km. The road distance is 165.5 km.

How do I travel from Dambulla to Ella without a car?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $8.70 - $16.30 .

How long does it take to get from Dambulla to Ella?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Dambulla to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Ella bus from?

Dambulla to Ella bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Dambulla station.

Where does the Dambulla to Ella bus arrive?

Dambulla to Ella bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Ella is 166 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Dambulla to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1133+ hotels available in Ella. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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