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Chilaw, Sri Lanka → Ella, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chilaw to Ella

Composite routes from Chilaw to Ella

Cheapest
4 h 13 min
Car
228 km.
from $12
Other
3 h 19 min
Taxi, Plane
157 km.
from $451.20
11 h 44 min
158 km.
from $4.78
7 h 38 min
158 km.
Select a ticket
3 h 59 min
Taxi, Plane
157 km.
from $526.20
8 h 6 min
158 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$330.30–$457.33
+94 11 2 475 475
+94 11 2 475 475
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Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
2h 35m
Twice daily
$0.51–$1.40
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 3
NCG Express
Website
Superline Travels
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
NCG Express
Website
1h 30m
3 times a day
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Superline Travels
Website
4h 55m
Once daily
$8.77–$9.27
+94 777 382 186
+94 777 382 186
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
National Transport Commission
Website
5h 25m
Hourly
$1.91–$3.30
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Ella is to train which costs $1.85 - $5.98 and takes 11h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Ella is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $369.57 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Ella?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Ella. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Ella via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Ella?

No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Ella. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Ella via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Ella?

The distance between Chilaw and Ella is 236 km. The road distance is 239.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Chilaw to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Ella bus from?

Chilaw to Ella bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Chilaw station.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Ella train from?

Chilaw to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Chilaw station.

Train or bus from Chilaw to Ella?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Ella is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.85 - $5.98 and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Chilaw to Ella bus arrive?

Chilaw to Ella bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Chilaw to Ella train arrive?

Chilaw to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Chilaw to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Ella is 239 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Chilaw 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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