What is the cheapest way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1800 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella Rock and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella Rock to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Dowa and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ella Rock and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Ella Rock to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Heel Oya and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

How far is it from Ella Rock to Colombo?

The distance between Ella Rock and Colombo is 205 km. The road distance is 201.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2600.

How long does it take to get from Ella Rock to Colombo?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Ella Rock to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella Rock to Colombo bus from?

Ella Rock to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Dowa station.

Where do I catch the Ella Rock to Colombo train from?

Ella Rock to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Heel Oya station.

Train or bus from Ella Rock to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 4700 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Ella Rock to Colombo bus arrive?

Ella Rock to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Ella Rock to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella Rock to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella Rock to Colombo is 202 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Ella Rock to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Colombo.

Ella Rock to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ella Rock to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dowa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Route 99
5h 43m
Rs 1,968–2,562
Bus via Welimada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
7h 52m
Rs 1,396–1,753
Train
1. Take the train from Heel Oya to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
9h 3m
Rs 2,566–4,696
Drive 201.8 km
1. Drive from Ella Rock to Colombocar 201.8 km
3h 18m
Rs 9,199–13,288

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Distance: 204.7 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Ella Rock, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Dowa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 34m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Heel Oya to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 8h 48m.

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