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

The cheapest way to get from Mawanella to Ja-Ela is to bus which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1300 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mawanella to Ja-Ela is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 5500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Mawanella to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Kegalle and arriving at Ja-Ela via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Mawanella to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Balana and arriving at Ja-ela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Mawanella to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Mawanella and Ja-Ela is 89 km. The road distance is 78.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Mawanella to Ja-Ela without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 43m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Mawanella to Ja-Ela, including transfers.

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

Mawanella to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kegalle station.

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

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

Train or bus from Mawanella to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Mawanella to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 1300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 7000 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Mawanella to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

Mawanella to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Mawanella to Ja-Ela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mawanella to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Mawanella to Ja-Ela is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Mawanella to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2280+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

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

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

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Mawanella to Rambukkanataxi
2. Take the train from Rambukkana to Ragamatrain Badulla / ...
2h 43m
Rs 3,115–6,863
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kegalle to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Colombo
4h 40m
Rs 1,053–1,223
Drive 78.8 km
1. Drive from Mawanella to Ja-Elacar 78.8 km
1h 24m
Rs 3,534–5,104
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mawanella to Ja-Elataxi 78.8 km
1h 24m
Rs 21,000–26,000
Train
1. Take the train from Balana to Ragamatrain Badulla / ...
3h 23m
Rs 2,939–6,655

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Distance: 88.6 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kegalle to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 280–310 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Balana to Ragama 5 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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