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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Kandana is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1800 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Kandana is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Kandana?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Kandana. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kandana via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Kandana?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Kandana. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kandana via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Ella to Kandana?

The distance between Ella and Kandana is 288 km. The road distance is 202 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Kandana without a car is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Ella to Kandana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kandana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Kandana train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Kandana?

The best way to get from Ella to Kandana is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Ella to Kandana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ella to Kandana train arrive?

Ella to Kandana train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Ella to Kandana?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Kandana is 202 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Ella to Kandana.

Where can I stay near Kandana?

There are 2457+ hotels available in Kandana.

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

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Thanamalwilabus
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
3h 24m
Rs 19,520–95,685
Bus via Welimada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
8h 42m
Rs 1,396–1,753
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
7h 4m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Ragamatrain Badulla
9h 49m
Rs 2,479–6,049
Drive 202 km
1. Drive from Ella to Kandanacar 202 km
3h 20m
Rs 9,175–13,252

Ella to Kandana by train

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9h 49mAverage Duration

Rs 2,479Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.5 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka and Kandana, 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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