What is the cheapest way to get from Wellawatte to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Wellawatte to Ella is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1800 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellawatte to Ella?

The fastest way to get from Wellawatte to Ella is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 34000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Wellawatte and Ella?

No, there is no direct bus from Wellawatte to Ella. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Ella via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Wellawatte and Ella?

No, there is no direct train from Wellawatte to Ella. However, there are services departing from Wellawatta and arriving at Ella via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

How far is it from Wellawatte to Ella?

The distance between Wellawatte and Ella is 216 km. The road distance is 190.9 km.

How do I travel from Wellawatte to Ella without a car?

The best way to get from Wellawatte to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 5500.

How long does it take to get from Wellawatte to Ella?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Wellawatte to Ella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wellawatte to Ella bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wellawatte to Ella train from?

Wellawatte to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Wellawatte to Ella?

The best way to get from Wellawatte to Ella is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Wellawatte to Ella bus arrive?

Wellawatte to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Ella station.

Where does the Wellawatte to Ella train arrive?

Wellawatte to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ella station.

Can I drive from Wellawatte to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellawatte to Ella is 191 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Wellawatte to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1573+ hotels available in Ella.

Wellawatte to Ella - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Wellawatte 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 55m
Rs 34,542–136,458
Bus via Welimada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimadabus 79-1
8h 23m
Rs 1,362–1,766
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ellabus Colombo-Badulla
6h 15m
Rs 3,373–5,523
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ellatrain Colombo
9h 43m
Rs 2,473–6,023
Drive 190.9 km
1. Drive from Wellawatte to Ellacar 190.9 km
3h 5m
Rs 8,698–12,563

Wellawatte to Ella by train

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9h 43mAverage Duration

Rs 2,473Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Wellawatte, 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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