What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle is to drive which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 4400 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 4400.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Polgahawela via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Polgahawela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Kegalle?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Kegalle is 77 km. The road distance is 66.9 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Kegalle without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000.

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Kegalle bus from?

Ja-Ela to Kegalle bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ja-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Kegalle train from?

Ja-Ela to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Kegalle bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Kegalle bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Kegalle train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Kegalle is 67 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Ja-Ela to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 118+ hotels available in Kegalle.

Ja-Ela to Kegalle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Kegalle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ragama to Polgahawelatrain Colombo / ...
2h 19m
Rs 3,072–6,623
Drive 66.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Kegallecar 66.9 km
1h 8m
Rs 3,026–4,370
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Polgahawelabus
3h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Kegalletaxi 66.9 km
1h 8m
Rs 18,000–22,000
Train via Tismalpola
1. Take the train from Ragama to Tismalpolatrain Colombo
2h 40m
Rs 3,072–6,573

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Distance: 76.6 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Kegalle, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Polgahawela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ja-Ela to Kegalle via Pettah, Colombo, and Polgahawela in around 3h 26m.

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