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Cheapest
By car (198 km)
3 h 8 min
198 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
3 h 8 min
198 km.
from $7.53
Taxi, Plane
2 h 38 min
132 km.
from $618.78

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Weerawila International Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$622.48

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ella to Fort
Ave. Duration:
9h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.34

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Ella to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.51–$9.02

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Welimada to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.78–$3.18

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs $1.41 - $4.57 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 38m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Ella (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ella (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Ella (Station) and Colombo is 303 km. The road distance is 199 km.

How do I travel from Ella (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $7.28 - $7.72 .

How long does it take to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Ella (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella (Station) to Colombo train from?

Ella (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ella station.

Train or bus from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $7.28 - $7.72 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.41 - $4.57 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Ella (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Ella (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Ella (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Ella (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella (Station) to Colombo is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ella (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $38.09 per night.
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