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Port City Colombo, Sri Lanka → Ella, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Port City Colombo to Ella

Composite routes from Port City Colombo to Ella

Cheapest
3 h 12 min
Car
198 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 51 min
Plane, Taxi
134 km.
from $588.63

Transport providers

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:
$304.89–$482.74

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:
$1.65–$5.59

Bus operators

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:
$1.78–$3.18

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella is to train which costs $1.41 - $4.78 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 51m and costs $336.96 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct train between Port City Colombo and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The distance between Port City Colombo and Ella is 217 km. The road distance is 199.4 km.

How do I travel from Port City Colombo to Ella without a car?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $16.30 - $21.74 .

How long does it take to get from Port City Colombo to Ella?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Port City Colombo to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port City Colombo to Ella train from?

Port City Colombo to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $16.30 - $21.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.41 - $4.78 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Port City Colombo to Ella train arrive?

Port City Colombo to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ella station.

Can I drive from Port City Colombo to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Port City Colombo to Ella is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Port City Colombo 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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