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

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala is to train which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6500 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 5500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Polgahawela via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Rambukkana via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Pinnawala is 79 km. The road distance is 76.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Pinnawala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ja-Ela to Pinnawala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Pinnawala is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala.

Where can I stay near Pinnawala?

There are 177+ hotels available in Pinnawala.

Ja-Ela to Pinnawala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ragama to Rambukkanatrain Colombo
2h 25m
Rs 2,722–6,243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ja-Ela to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Polgahawelabus
3h 37m
Drive 76.7 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Pinnawalacar 76.7 km
1h 19m
Rs 3,480–5,026
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Pinnawalataxi 76.7 km
1h 19m
Rs 21,000–25,000

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Distance: 79.3 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Rambukkana twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ja-Ela to Pinnawala via Pettah, Colombo, and Polgahawela in around 3h 37m.

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