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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Battaramulla is to bus via Kandy which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1500 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Battaramulla is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Battaramulla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Nugegoda. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Battaramulla?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Battaramulla. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Maradana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Ella to Battaramulla?

The distance between Ella and Battaramulla is 202 km. The road distance is 185.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Battaramulla without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Ella to Nugegoda takes 5h 8m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ella to Battaramulla bus from?

Ella to Battaramulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella to Battaramulla train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Battaramulla?

The best way to get from Ella to Battaramulla is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 6000 and takes 9h 8m.

Where does the Ella to Battaramulla bus arrive?

Ella to Battaramulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Nugegoda station.

Where does the Ella to Battaramulla train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Battaramulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Battaramulla is 186 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ella to Battaramulla.

Where can I stay near Battaramulla?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Battaramulla.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Nugegodabus Badulla-Colombo
5h 8m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Bus via Kandy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ella to Kandybus
2. Take the bus from Kandy to Malabebus 17
9h 7m
Rs 844–1,476
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Maradanatrain Badulla
9h 8m
Rs 3,579–5,883
Drive 185.7 km
1. Drive from Ella to Battaramullacar 185.7 km
3h 11m
Rs 8,387–12,115

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Distance: 201.7 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka and Battaramulla, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Nugegoda once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 8h 59m.

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