What is the cheapest way to get from Ella to Ja-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Ja-Ela is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 7h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ella to Ja-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Ella to Ja-Ela is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Ja-Ela?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Ja-Ela via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Ja-Ela?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Ja-ela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Ella to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Ella and Ja-Ela is 238 km. The road distance is 204.6 km.

How do I travel from Ella to Ja-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Ella to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 1m and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 7000.

How long does it take to get from Ella to Ja-Ela?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Ella to Ja-Ela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Ja-Ela bus from?

Ella to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella to Ja-Ela train from?

Ella to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ella station.

Train or bus from Ella to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Ella to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Ella to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

Ella to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Ella to Ja-Ela train arrive?

Ella to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Ella to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Ja-Ela is 205 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Ella to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2283+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ella to Ja-Ela by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kubalwela to Gampolabus
2. Take the train from Gampola to Ragamatrain Badulla
7h 1m
Rs 2,679–6,803
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
7h 13m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Drive 204.6 km
1. Drive from Ella to Ja-Elacar 204.6 km
3h 23m
Rs 9,182–13,263
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ella to Tissamaharamabus
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
4h 31m
Rs 16,322–96,550
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Ragamatrain Badulla
9h 55m
Rs 2,479–6,049

Ella to Ja-Ela by bus and train

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.9 km
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What companies run services between Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka and Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Ragama 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 8h 41m.

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