What is the cheapest way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Kandy (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Kandy (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

The distance between Ella and Kandy (Station) is 130 km. The road distance is 127.9 km.

How do I travel from Ella to Kandy (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 37m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 13000.

How long does it take to get from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

The Mini Bus from Ella to Kandy takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kandy (Station) bus from?

Ella to Kandy (Station) bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kandy (Station) train from?

Ella to Kandy (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ella station.

Train or bus from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

The best way to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 37m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 13000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Ella to Kandy (Station) bus arrive?

Ella to Kandy (Station) bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Ella to Kandy (Station) train arrive?

Ella to Kandy (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kandy station.

Can I drive from Ella to Kandy (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Kandy (Station) is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ella to Kandy (Station).

Where can I stay near Kandy (Station)?

There are 1523+ hotels available in Kandy (Station).

Ella to Kandy (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ella to Kandy (Station) by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Kandybus
3h 37m
Rs 11,000–13,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ella to Kandybus
6h 20m
Rs 850–1,200
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Kandytrain Badulla / ...
6h 18m
Rs 1,300–3,100
Drive 127.9 km
1. Drive from Ella to Kandy (Station)car 127.9 km
2h 22m
Rs 5,826–8,414
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ella to Kandy (Station)taxi 127.9 km
2h 22m
Rs 15,000–19,000

Ella to Kandy (Station) by train

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.5 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka and Kandy (Station), Central, Sri Lanka?

Tuktukdude Lesiure operates a bus from Ella to Kandy twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 12,963 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Magical Srilanka also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Kandy 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 6h 18m.

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