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Matale to Ella trains

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Trip Overview

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.

8h 41m
Duration
188 km
Distance
Rs 3,222
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Matale to Ella train times

Trains run once daily between Matale and Ella. The service departs Matale at 6:20 AM in the morning, which arrives into Ella at 15:39:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways9h 19m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways7h 8m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways7h 8m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways9h 19m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways9h 19m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways9h 19m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways9h 19m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Matale to Ella? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 187.7 km
  • Duration: 8h 41m

What companies run services between Matale, Sri Lanka and Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka?

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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