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Katunayake, Sri Lanka → Ella, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Katunayake to Ella

Composite routes from Katunayake to Ella

Cheapest
3 h 22 min
Car
226 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Colombo Airport to Ella

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.30–$457.33

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Ella
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
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 Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ella
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once 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 Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Ella is to train which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Ella is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 20m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Ella?

No, there is no direct bus from Katunayake station to Ella. However, there are services departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station and arriving at Ella via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Katunayake to Ella?

The distance between Katunayake and Ella is 183 km. The road distance is 227.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Katunayake to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs $7.61 - $8.70 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Katunayake to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Ella bus from?

Katunayake to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Katunayake to Ella?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Ella is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs $7.61 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 10h 24m. There are no good options to fly between Katunayake to Ella.

Where does the Katunayake to Ella bus arrive?

Katunayake to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ella station.

Can I drive from Katunayake to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Ella is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Katunayake 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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