What is the cheapest way to get from Kandy to Ella (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Kandy to Ella (Station) is to Mini Bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kandy to Ella (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Ella (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Ella (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kandy and arriving at Ella. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Ella (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Kandy to Ella (Station)?

The distance between Kandy and Ella (Station) is 130 km. The road distance is 128.2 km.

How do I travel from Kandy to Ella (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Kandy to Ella (Station) without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 47m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200.

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Ella (Station)?

The Mini Bus from Kandy to Ella takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Ella (Station) bus from?

Kandy to Ella (Station) bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, depart from Kandy station.

Where do I catch the Kandy to Ella (Station) train from?

Kandy to Ella (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Kandy to Ella (Station)?

The best way to get from Kandy to Ella (Station) is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 47m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Kandy to Ella (Station) bus arrive?

Kandy to Ella (Station) bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, arrive at Ella station.

Where does the Kandy to Ella (Station) train arrive?

Kandy to Ella (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ella station.

Can I drive from Kandy to Ella (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Ella (Station) is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Kandy to Ella (Station).

Where can I stay near Ella (Station)?

There are 1573+ hotels available in Ella (Station).

Kandy to Ella (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kandy to Ella (Station) by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ellabus
3h 47m
Rs 850–1,200
Train
1. Take the train from Kandy to Ellatrain Colombo / ...
5h 50m
Rs 1,300–3,100
Drive 128.2 km
1. Drive from Kandy to Ella (Station)car 128.2 km
2h 22m
Rs 5,841–8,438
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kandy to Ella (Station)taxi 128.2 km
2h 22m
Rs 15,000–19,000

Kandy to Ella (Station) by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

Rs 850Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.4 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Ella (Station), Sri Lanka?

Tuktukdude Lesiure operates a bus from Kandy to Ella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 12,963 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Ella 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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