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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ella to Kurunegala

Composite routes from Ella to Kurunegala

Cheapest
2 h 50 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 Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.95–$1.65
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 Kurunegala?

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Kurunegala is to train and bus which costs $2.28 - $6.52 and takes 11h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Kurunegala is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Kurunegala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Kurunegala. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kurunegala via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Ella to Kurunegala?

The distance between Ella and Kurunegala is 304 km. The road distance is 165.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Kurunegala without a car is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $8.15 - $9.78 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Ella to Kurunegala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where does the Ella to Kurunegala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Kurunegala is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Ella to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 78+ hotels available in Kurunegala. Prices start at $14.74 per night.
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