What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Ella?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Ella is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1800 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Ella?

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Ella is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Ella. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Ella?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Ella is 213 km. The road distance is 197.5 km.

How do I travel from Colombo Fort to Ella without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Ella without a car is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Ella?

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ella takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Ella bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo Fort to Ella?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Ella is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Ella bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo Fort to Ella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Ella is 197 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Colombo Fort to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1499+ hotels available in Ella.

Colombo Fort to Ella - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo Fort to Ella by bus, train, or car

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 Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ellabus Colombo-Badulla
5h 2m
Rs 2,200–2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ellatrain Colombo
8h 30m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 197.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo Fort to Ellacar 197.5 km
3h 12m
Rs 8,940–12,913
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimadabus 79-1
7h 42m
Rs 1,362–1,766

Colombo Fort to Ella by train

21Weekly Trains

8h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colombo Fort to Ella.

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Distance: 213.3 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Colombo Fort, 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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