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Ella, Sri Lanka → Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ella to Polonnaruwa

Composite routes from Ella to Polonnaruwa

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
163 km.
from $8
Other
11 h 8 min
118 km.
from $35.61
12 h 23 min
118 km.
from $7.15
14 h 5 min
Train, Bus
118 km.
from $14.83

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ella to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.03–$3.37
Train from Polgahawela to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.98–$3.15
Train from Ella to Fort
Ave. Duration:
9h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.41–$4.57

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.28–$7.72

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Welimada to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.72

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs $3.15 - $8.15 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Polonnaruwa is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

How far is it from Ella to Polonnaruwa?

The distance between Ella and Polonnaruwa is 433 km. The road distance is 163.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 11h 8m and costs $21.74 - $27.17 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 8m to get from Ella to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.

Train or bus from Ella to Polonnaruwa?

The best way to get from Ella to Polonnaruwa is to bus which takes 11h 8m and costs $21.74 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.15 - $8.15 and takes 12h 23m.

What is the time difference between Ella and Polonnaruwa?

It is currently 15:15 at both, Ella and Polonnaruwa.

Can I drive from Ella to Polonnaruwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Polonnaruwa is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Ella to Polonnaruwa.

Where can I stay near Polonnaruwa?

There are 118+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa. Prices start at $6.66 per night.
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