The average train between Matale and Ella takes 8h 41m and the fastest train takes 7h 8m. There is at least one train per day from Matale to Ella. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run once daily between Matale and Ella. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matale is at 6:20 AM which arrives into Ella at 3:39 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Matale to Ella. However, there are services departing from Matale station and arriving at Ella station via Ella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.
Matale to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.
Matale to Ella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ella station.
The distance between Matale and Ella is 81 km. The road distance is 188 km.
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.
