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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Hirikete is to bus which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3700 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Hirikete is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Hirikete?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Hirikete. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Hirikete?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Hirikete. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kadigamuwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Ella to Hirikete?

The distance between Ella and Hirikete is 167 km. The road distance is 161.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Hirikete without a car is to Mini Bus and taxi which takes 4h 23m and costs Rs. 13000 - Rs. 16000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Ella to Hirikete, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Hirikete bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Hirikete train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Hirikete?

The best way to get from Ella to Hirikete is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3700 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Ella to Hirikete bus arrive?

Ella to Hirikete bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Ella to Hirikete train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Hirikete?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Hirikete is 161 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Ella to Hirikete.

Where can I stay near Hirikete?

There are 148+ hotels available in Hirikete.

Ella to Hirikete - 5 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ella to Hirikete by bus, taxi, train, or car

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Mini Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Kandybus
2. Take the taxi from Kandy to Hiriketetaxi
4h 23m
Rs 13,154–15,385
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ella to Kandybus
7h 14m
Rs 2,874–3,656
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Kadigamuwatrain Badulla
7h 42m
Rs 3,339–5,466
Drive 161.5 km
1. Drive from Ella to Hiriketecar 161.5 km
3h 13m
Rs 7,322–10,576
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ella to Hiriketetaxi 161.5 km
3h 13m
Rs 20,000–24,000

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Distance: 167.1 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Kadigamuwa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 6h 56m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Ella to Kandy once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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