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2 h 20 min
167 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Matara to Ella

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Cheapest
By car (167 km)
2 h 20 min
167 km.
from $9
Other
Rideshare
2 h 20 min
167 km.
from $6.35
Plane, Taxi
2 h 30 min
116 km.
from $472.46
Bus, Train
12 h 4 min
116 km.
from $3.90
Bus
8 h 41 min
116 km.
from $14
Bus via Welimada
9 h 9 min
116 km.
from $20.76

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$304.35

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:
$1.52–$4.89

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:
$7.50–$7.93

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.39
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.63–$2.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Matara to Ella is to bus and train which costs $2.83 - $7.61 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matara to Ella is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Matara and Ella?

No, there is no direct bus from Matara station to Ella. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Ella via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Matara to Ella?

The distance between Matara and Ella is 225 km. The road distance is 167.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Matara to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 8h 41m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Matara to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matara to Ella bus from?

Matara to Ella bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Matara to Ella bus arrive?

Matara to Ella bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Matara to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Matara to Ella is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Matara 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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