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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Jaffna to Ella

Composite routes from Jaffna to Ella

Cheapest
7 h 28 min
Car
411 km.
from $22
Other
6 h 48 min
Bus, Plane, Taxi
330 km.
Select a ticket
13 h 25 min
330 km.
from $7.43
12 h 51 min
330 km.
from $38.28

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Jaffna to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99
Train from Polgahawela to Ella
Ave. Duration:
7h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.19

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kachcheri to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Jaffna to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jaffna to Ella is to train which costs $2.83 - $9.24 and takes 13h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jaffna to Ella is to drive which takes 7h 30m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct train between Jaffna and Ella?

No, there is no direct train from Jaffna to Ella. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Ella via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

How far is it from Jaffna to Ella?

The distance between Jaffna and Ella is 550 km. The road distance is 411.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 12h 51m and costs $22.83 - $29.35 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Jaffna to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jaffna to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Jaffna to Ella?

The best way to get from Jaffna to Ella is to bus which takes 12h 51m and costs $22.83 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.83 - $9.24 and takes 13h 25m.

Where does the Jaffna to Ella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jaffna to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Jaffna to Ella is 411 km. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Jaffna to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1133+ hotels available in Ella. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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