What is the cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 34000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Port City Colombo and Ella?

No, there is no direct bus from Port City Colombo to Ella. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Ella via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Port City Colombo and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The distance between Port City Colombo and Ella is 212 km. The road distance is 198.5 km.

How do I travel from Port City Colombo to Ella without a car?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Port City Colombo to Ella?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Port City Colombo to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port City Colombo to Ella bus from?

Port City Colombo to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Port City Colombo to Ella train from?

Port City Colombo to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Port City Colombo to Ella?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Ella is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Port City Colombo to Ella bus arrive?

Port City Colombo to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ella station.

Where does the Port City Colombo to Ella train arrive?

Port City Colombo to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ella station.

Can I drive from Port City Colombo to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Port City Colombo to Ella is 198 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Port City Colombo to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Ella.

Port City Colombo to Ella - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Port City Colombo to Ella by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Ellataxi
2h 53m
Rs 34,513–155,243
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ellatrain Colombo
8h 30m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ellabus Colombo-Badulla
6h 5m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Drive 198.5 km
1. Drive from Port City Colombo to Ellacar 198.5 km
3h 15m
Rs 8,874–12,818

Port City Colombo to Ella by train

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.2 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Port City Colombo, Sri Lanka and Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ella once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,700 and the journey takes 4h 55m. 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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