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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Wattala is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Wattala is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Wattala?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella to Wattala. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Wattala via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Wattala?

No, there is no direct train from Ella to Wattala. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Hunupitiya via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Ella to Wattala?

The distance between Ella and Wattala is 223 km. The road distance is 196.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Wattala without a car is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Ella to Wattala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Wattala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ella to Wattala train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Wattala?

The best way to get from Ella to Wattala is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6500 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Ella to Wattala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ella to Wattala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Wattala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Wattala is 197 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ella to Wattala.

Where can I stay near Wattala?

There are 1677+ hotels available in Wattala.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
6h 58m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kubalwela to Gampolabus
2. Take the train from Gampola to Ragamatrain Badulla
7h
Rs 3,029–7,274
Drive 196.5 km
1. Drive from Ella to Wattalacar 196.5 km
3h 15m
Rs 8,839–12,767
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ella to Tissamaharamabus
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
4h 39m
Rs 19,322–100,150
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Ragamatrain Badulla
9h 51m
Rs 2,479–6,049

Ella to Wattala by train

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Distance: 223.3 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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