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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ella to Maradana

Composite routes from Ella to Maradana

Cheapest
3 h 8 min
Car
199 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 38 min
Taxi, Plane
130 km.
from $617.57

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:
$292.18–$584.37

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ella to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
8h 59m
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 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 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 Maradana?

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Maradana is to train which costs $1.52 - $4.89 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Maradana is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 38m and costs $315.22 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Maradana?

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 and Maradana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Ella to Maradana?

The distance between Ella and Maradana is 303 km. The road distance is 199.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Maradana without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $7.50 - $7.93 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Ella to Maradana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Maradana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Maradana train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Maradana?

The best way to get from Ella to Maradana is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $7.50 - $7.93 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $4.89 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Ella to Maradana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ella to Maradana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Maradana?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Maradana is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Ella to Maradana.

Where can I stay near Maradana?

There are 1108+ hotels available in Maradana. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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