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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Rathmalana is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 10h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Rathmalana is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Rathmalana?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Rathmalana. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Maharagama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Rathmalana?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Rathmalana. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Ratmalana via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Ella to Rathmalana?

The distance between Ella and Rathmalana is 206 km. The road distance is 187.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Rathmalana without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Ella to Rathmalana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Rathmalana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Rathmalana train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Rathmalana?

The best way to get from Ella to Rathmalana is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 10h 26m.

Where does the Ella to Rathmalana bus arrive?

Ella to Rathmalana bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Maharagama station.

Where does the Ella to Rathmalana train arrive?

Ella to Rathmalana train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Ella to Rathmalana?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Rathmalana is 187 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Ella to Rathmalana.

Where can I stay near Rathmalana?

There are 1494+ hotels available in Rathmalana.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Maharagamabus Badulla-Colombo
5h 13m
Rs 4,760–5,783
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ella to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
10h 26m
Rs 2,479–6,070
Drive 187.2 km
1. Drive from Ella to Rathmalanacar 187.2 km
3h 2m
Rs 8,506–12,287
Bus, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Ella to Thanamalwilabus
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Rathmalanataxi
3h 48m
Rs 26,720–104,685

Ella to Rathmalana by train

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10h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.9 km
Duration: 5h 13m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Maharagama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 9h 4m.

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