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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Hokandara is to bus which costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 4600 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Hokandara is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Hokandara?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Hokandara. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kottawa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Hokandara?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Hokandara. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Maradana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Ella to Hokandara?

The distance between Ella and Hokandara is 197 km. The road distance is 179.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Hokandara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 4600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Ella to Hokandara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Hokandara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Hokandara train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Hokandara?

The best way to get from Ella to Hokandara is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 4600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Ella to Hokandara bus arrive?

Ella to Hokandara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Kottawa station.

Where does the Ella to Hokandara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Hokandara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Hokandara is 179 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Ella to Hokandara.

Where can I stay near Hokandara?

There are 1509+ hotels available in Hokandara.

Ella to Hokandara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Kottawabus Badulla-Colombo
4h 58m
Rs 3,760–4,577
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Maradanatrain Badulla
9h 15m
Rs 5,279–7,883
Drive 179.4 km
1. Drive from Ella to Hokandaracar 179.4 km
3h 2m
Rs 8,150–11,772
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ella to Hokandarataxi 179.4 km
3h 2m
Rs 49,000–60,000
Bus, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Ella to Thanamalwilabus
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Hokandarataxi
3h 49m
Rs 25,720–103,685

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

14Weekly Planes

32 minAverage Duration

Rs 11,364Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.3 km
Duration: 4h 58m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Kottawa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 4h 51m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Maradana twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 8h 59m.

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