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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ella to Kandy

Composite routes from Ella to Kandy

Cheapest
2 h 12 min
Car
129 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ella to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.92–$2.83

Bus operators

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Ella to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) is to train which costs $1 - $2.83 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 28m.

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

The distance between Ella and Kandy (Station) is 131 km. The road distance is 129.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs $3.41 .

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

The bus from Ella to Kandy takes 4h 33m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Ella to Kandy (Station) bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Ella station.

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

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

Train or bus from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

The best way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs $3.41 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.83 and takes 6h 28m.

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

Ella to Kandy (Station) bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kandy station.

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

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

Can I drive from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Kandy (Station) is 129 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Ella to Kandy (Station).

Where can I stay near Kandy (Station)?

There are 1165+ hotels available in Kandy (Station). Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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