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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Wellawa to Ella

Composite routes from Wellawa to Ella

Cheapest
2 h 59 min
Car
173 km.
from $9
Other
8 h 7 min
106 km.
from $19.72
8 h 35 min
106 km.
from $28.80

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

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.64–$9.15
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 Kurunegala to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.95–$1.65
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 Wellawa to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Wellawa to Ella is to train which costs $1.30 - $4.46 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wellawa to Ella is to drive which takes 3h and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct train between Wellawa and Ella?

No, there is no direct train from Wellawa to Ella. However, there are services departing from Wellawa and arriving at Ella via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Wellawa to Ella?

The distance between Wellawa and Ella is 316 km. The road distance is 174.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Wellawa to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs $10.33 - $19.57 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Wellawa to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellawa to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Wellawa to Ella?

The best way to get from Wellawa to Ella is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs $10.33 - $19.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.30 - $4.46 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Wellawa to Ella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wellawa to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellawa to Ella is 174 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Wellawa 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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