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

The cheapest way to get from Makumbura (Station) to Ella is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Makumbura (Station) to Ella is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kottawa and arriving at Ella. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Makumbura (Station) station to Ella. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Ella via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

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

The distance between Makumbura (Station) and Ella is 195 km. The road distance is 179 km.

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

The best way to get from Makumbura (Station) to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Kottawa to Ella takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Makumbura (Station) to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Kottawa station.

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

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

Train or bus from Makumbura (Station) to Ella?

The best way to get from Makumbura (Station) to Ella is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 10000 and takes 8h 54m.

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

Makumbura (Station) to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ella station.

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

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

Can I drive from Makumbura (Station) to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Makumbura (Station) to Ella is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Makumbura (Station) to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Ella.

Makumbura (Station) to Ella - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kottawa to Ellabus Colombo-Badulla
4h 39m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ellatrain Colombo
8h 54m
Rs 7,006–9,944
Drive 179 km
1. Drive from Makumbura (Station) to Ellacar 179 km
2h 51m
Rs 8,013–11,575
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Makumbura (Station) to Ellataxi 179 km
2h 51m
Rs 49,000–60,000

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Distance: 194.9 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Kottawa to Ella once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Ella 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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