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

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Ella is to drive which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1300 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Ella is to bus which takes 25 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Badulla Main Bus Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Badulla Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Badulla to Ella?

The distance between Badulla and Ella is 21 km. The road distance is 21.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 25 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300.

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

The bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Ella takes 25 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Ella bus from?

Badulla to Ella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Ella?

The best way to get from Badulla to Ella is to bus which takes 25 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 2500 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Badulla to Ella bus arrive?

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

Where does the Badulla to Ella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Badulla to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Ella is 21 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Badulla to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Ella.

Badulla to Ella - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Badulla to Ella by bus, train, taxi, car, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Ellabus Badulla-Colombo / ...
25 min
Rs 2,100–2,300
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to Ellatrain Badulla
48 min
Rs 600–2,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Badulla to Ellataxi 21.2 km
25 min
Rs 2,700–3,300
Drive 21.2 km
1. Drive from Badulla to Ellacar 21.2 km
25 min
Rs 887–1,281
Walk
1. Take the foot from Badulla to Ellawalk 18.2 km
3h 37m

Badulla to Ella by train

16Weekly Trains

48 minAverage Duration

Rs 600Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 21.2 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Ella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,100–2,300 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Badulla Station to Ella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 600–2,500 and the journey takes 48 min.

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