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Polgahawela, Sri Lanka → Ella, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Polgahawela to Ella

Composite routes from Polgahawela to Ella

Cheapest
2 h 52 min
Car
158 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

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

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kegalle to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.38–$0.83

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Kandy to Ella
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Polgahawela to Ella is to train which costs $1.09 - $3.59 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polgahawela to Ella is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $20.65 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct train between Polgahawela and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Polgahawela to Ella?

The distance between Polgahawela and Ella is 207 km. The road distance is 159.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Polgahawela to Ella without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 .

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

The train from Polgahawela to Ella takes 7h 16m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Polgahawela to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Polgahawela to Ella?

The best way to get from Polgahawela to Ella is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6.52 - $7.61 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Polgahawela to Ella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polgahawela to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Polgahawela to Ella is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Polgahawela 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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