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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Polwathumodara to Ella

Composite routes from Polwathumodara to Ella

Cheapest
2 h 29 min
Car
174 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 17 min
Plane, Taxi
120 km.
from $452.26
13 h 20 min
120 km.
from $8.04
9 h 27 min
120 km.
from $37.96
9 h 56 min
Train, Bus
120 km.
from $15.39

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:
$228.67–$381.11

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Polwathumodara to Fort
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.91–$8.16
Train from Fort Station to Ella
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.59

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:
$8.51–$9.02

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:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.78–$3.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Polwathumodara to Ella is to train which costs $2.17 - $11.96 and takes 13h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polwathumodara to Ella is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 17m and costs $250 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct train between Polwathumodara and Ella?

No, there is no direct train from Polwathumodara to Ella. However, there are services departing from Polwathumodara and arriving at Ella via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

How far is it from Polwathumodara to Ella?

The distance between Polwathumodara and Ella is 214 km. The road distance is 174.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Polwathumodara to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 9h 27m and costs $22.83 - $30.43 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Polwathumodara to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polwathumodara to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Polwathumodara to Ella?

The best way to get from Polwathumodara to Ella is to bus which takes 9h 27m and costs $22.83 - $30.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $11.96 and takes 13h 20m.

Where does the Polwathumodara to Ella train arrive?

Polwathumodara to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Polwathumodara to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Polwathumodara to Ella is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Polwathumodara to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1146+ hotels available in Ella. Prices start at $46.27 per night.
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