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

The cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela is to drive which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 2100 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela is to drive which takes 36 min and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 2100.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Ja-Ela. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Mount Lavinia and arriving at Ja-ela via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Ratmalana and Ja-Ela is 40 km. The road distance is 32 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs .

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

The bus from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

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

Ratmalana to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Mount Lavinia station.

Train or bus from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 6000 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Ratmalana to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ratmalana to Ja-Ela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratmalana to Ja-Ela is 32 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ratmalana to Ja-Elabus
1h 52m
Drive 32 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ratmalana to Ja-Elacar 32 km
36 min
Rs 1,455–2,101
Train
1. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Ja-elatrain Colombo
2h 10m
Rs 2,279–5,733
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratmalana to Ja-Elataxi 32 km
36 min
Rs 8,500–11,000

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Distance: 40.2 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Ratmalana to Ja-Ela twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mount Lavinia to Ja-ela via Colombo Fort in around 2h 10m.

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