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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Maradana is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Maradana is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Maradana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Maradana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Ella to Maradana?

The distance between Ella and Maradana is 211 km. The road distance is 196.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Maradana without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 5h 25m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ella to Maradana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Maradana train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Maradana?

The best way to get from Ella to Maradana is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Ella to Maradana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ella to Maradana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Maradana?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Maradana is 196 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Ella to Maradana.

Where can I stay near Maradana?

There are 1408+ hotels available in Maradana.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
5h 25m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ella to Maradanatrain Badulla
8h 59m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kubalwela to Gampolabus
2. Take the train from Gampola to Maradanatrain Badulla
6h 5m
Rs 1,929–4,374
Drive 196.4 km
1. Drive from Ella to Maradanacar 196.4 km
3h 12m
Rs 8,857–12,793

Ella to Maradana by train

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8h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.1 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka and Maradana, 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 Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 8h 59m.

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