What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela is to drive which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1200 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 6500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Ja-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Ja-Ela. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Ja-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Ja-ela. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Colombo and Ja-Ela is 22 km. The road distance is 19.2 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Ja-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The bus from Pettah to Ja-Ela takes 39 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Ja-Ela bus from?

Colombo to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Ja-Ela train from?

Colombo to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 39 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 2500 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Colombo to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

Colombo to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ja-Ela station.

Where does the Colombo to Ja-Ela train arrive?

Colombo to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ja-ela station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Ja-Ela is 19 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Colombo to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2147+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

Colombo to Ja-Ela - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela.

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Distance: 22.2 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Ja-Ela 3 times a day, and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Ja-ela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 600–2,500 and the journey takes 46 min.

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