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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Jaffna is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2600 and takes 18h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Jaffna is to drive which takes 7h 27m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 27000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Jaffna via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Jaffna?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Jaffna. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Jaffna via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 9m.

How far is it from Ella to Jaffna?

The distance between Ella and Jaffna is 499 km. The road distance is 407.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Jaffna without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 22m and costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 8000.

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

It takes approximately 11h 22m to get from Ella to Jaffna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Jaffna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Jaffna train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Jaffna?

The best way to get from Ella to Jaffna is to bus which takes 12h 54m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 6500 and takes 14h 9m.

Where does the Ella to Jaffna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ella to Jaffna train arrive?

Ella to Jaffna train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Ella to Jaffna?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Jaffna is 408 km. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Ella to Jaffna.

Where can I stay near Jaffna?

There are 221+ hotels available in Jaffna.

Ella to Jaffna - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Ella to Jaffna 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 Polgahawelatrain
3. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Jaffnatrain
11h 22m
Rs 3,229–7,574
Bus via Welimada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
18h 34m
Rs 2,035–2,547
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Jaffnabus
12h 54m
Rs 4,960–5,501
Drive 407.9 km
1. Drive from Ella to Jaffnacar 407.9 km
7h 27m
Rs 18,354–26,511
Drive, fly to Jaffna
1. Drive from Ella to Colombo-Airport-CMBcar
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
8h 2m
Rs 105,236–214,613
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Polgahawelatrain Badulla
2. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
14h 9m
Rs 2,643–6,372
Drive, fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Drive from Ella to Colombo-Airport-CMBcar
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
8h 55m

Ella to Jaffna by train

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14h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 498.6 km
Duration: 11h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Ella to Jaffna via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Pettah in around 12h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ella to Jaffna via Polgahawela Junction in around 14h 9m.

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