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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Kattankudy is to bus which costs Rs. 4500 - Rs. 6000 and takes 13h 6m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Kattankudy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Kattankudy. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Kattankudi via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Kattankudy?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Kattankudy. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Batticaloa via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 42m.

How far is it from Ella to Kattankudy?

The distance between Ella and Kattankudy is 531 km. The road distance is 177.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Kattankudy without a car is to bus which takes 13h 6m and costs Rs. 4500 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 13h 6m to get from Ella to Kattankudy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kattankudy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Kattankudy train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Kattankudy?

The best way to get from Ella to Kattankudy is to bus which takes 13h 6m and costs Rs. 4500 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 9000 and takes 13h 42m.

Where does the Ella to Kattankudy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ella to Kattankudy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Kattankudy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Kattankudy is 178 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Ella to Kattankudy.

Where can I stay near Kattankudy?

There are 55+ hotels available in Kattankudy.

Ella to Kattankudy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ella to Kattankudy by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
2. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Kattankudibus Wellawatta
13h 6m
Rs 4,560–5,601
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Polgahawelatrain Badulla
2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Batticaloatrain Colombo
13h 42m
Rs 4,843–8,772
Drive 177.7 km
1. Drive from Ella to Kattankudycar 177.7 km
3h 3m
Rs 8,072–11,659
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ella to Kattankudytaxi 177.7 km
3h 3m
Rs 22,000–27,000

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Distance: 530.8 km
Duration: 13h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Ella to Kattankudi via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Colombo Pettah in around 13h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ella to Kattankudi via Polgahawela, Batticaloa, and Batticaloa in around 13h 42m.

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