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

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 1200 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 36m and costs Rs. 20000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Nuwara Eliya is 141 km. The road distance is 153.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

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

Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 981+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya.

Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Hatton, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
1h 36m
Rs 20,157–127,358
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
5h 44m
Rs 500–1,200
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ragama to Ulapanetrain Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Ulapane to Nuwara Eliyataxi
5h 16m
Rs 5,072–9,123
Drive 153.1 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliyacar 153.1 km
2h 44m
Rs 6,868–9,921
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliyataxi 153.1 km
2h 44m
Rs 42,000–50,000
Fly to Kandy, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2. Take the taxi from Kandy (KDW) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
2h 35m
Rs 22,657–130,558
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ragama to Gampolatrain Colombo
2. Take the bus from Gampola to Nuwara Eliyabus
6h 59m
Rs 3,172–6,923

Ja-Ela to Nuwara Eliya by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 59mAverage Duration

Rs 3,172Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.2 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route every 4 hours.

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