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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ella to Dambulla

Composite routes from Ella to Dambulla

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
166 km.
from $9

Transport providers

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–$5.46

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:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Welimada to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Dambulla is to train and bus which costs $2.72 - $7.07 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Dambulla is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Dambulla via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Ella to Dambulla?

The distance between Ella and Dambulla is 361 km. The road distance is 166.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Dambulla without a car is to bus which takes 9h 22m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Ella to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Dambulla bus from?

Ella to Dambulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where does the Ella to Dambulla bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Dambulla?

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

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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