What is the cheapest way to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella?

The fastest way to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Thilanka Hotel, Kandy and Ella?

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

Is there a direct train between Thilanka Hotel, Kandy and Ella?

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 Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella?

The distance between Thilanka Hotel, Kandy and Ella is 131 km. The road distance is 127.3 km.

How do I travel from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella without a car?

The best way to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 53m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 13000.

How long does it take to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella?

The Mini Bus from Kandy to Ella takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella bus from?

Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, depart from Kandy station.

Where do I catch the Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella train from?

Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella?

The best way to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 53m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 13000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella bus arrive?

Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, arrive at Ella station.

Where does the Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella train arrive?

Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ella station.

Can I drive from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella is 127 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1554+ hotels available in Ella.

Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella - 5 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ella by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ellabus
3h 53m
Rs 11,000–13,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy to Ellabus
5h 30m
Rs 850–1,200
Train
1. Take the train from Kandy to Ellatrain Colombo / ...
6h 18m
Rs 1,300–3,100
Drive 127.3 km
1. Drive from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ellacar 127.3 km
2h 21m
Rs 5,741–8,292
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thilanka Hotel, Kandy to Ellataxi 127.3 km
2h 21m
Rs 15,000–19,000

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Distance: 130.9 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Thilanka Hotel, Kandy, Sri Lanka and Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka?

Tuktukdude Lesiure operates a bus from Kandy to Ella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 12,875 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Magical Srilanka also services this route once daily. 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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