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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ella to Batticaloa

Composite routes from Ella to Batticaloa

Cheapest
2 h 57 min
Car
174 km.
from $9
Other
9 h 51 min
232 km.
from $16.39
10 h 26 min
232 km.
from $23.13
6 h 27 min
Taxi, Plane
232 km.
from $380.83
13 h 13 min
Bus, Train
232 km.
from $11.02
5 h 13 min
Taxi, Plane
232 km.
from $562.02
5 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
232 km.
from $449.75

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74
Plane from Koggala to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$355.70

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:
$1.27–$4.07
Train from Polgahawela to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.72
Train from Ambalangoda to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.78
Train from Fort Station to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62
Train from Habarana to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.95–$2.92
Train from Maradana to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.02–$1.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Batticaloa is to train which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 14h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Batticaloa is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct train between Ella and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Batticaloa via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 24m.

How far is it from Ella to Batticaloa?

The distance between Ella and Batticaloa is 471 km. The road distance is 171.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Batticaloa without a car is to train which takes 14h 24m and costs $2.61 - $8.70 .

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

It takes approximately 14h 24m to get from Ella to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Batticaloa train from?

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

Where does the Ella to Batticaloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Batticaloa is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Ella to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 46+ hotels available in Batticaloa. Prices start at $7.86 per night.
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