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

The cheapest way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 700 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella Rock and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ella Rock to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Ella and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via Welimada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Ella Rock to Colombo?

The distance between Ella Rock and Colombo is 205 km. The road distance is 201.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Ella Rock to Colombo, including transfers.

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

Ella Rock to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Welimada station.

Train or bus from Ella Rock to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ella Rock to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 10000 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Ella Rock to Colombo bus arrive?

Ella Rock to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Ella Rock to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella Rock to Colombo is 202 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Ella Rock to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ella Rock to Colombo 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 Dowa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Route 99
5h 42m
Rs 2,006–2,607
Bus via Welimada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
7h 52m
Rs 600–700
Train
1. Take the train from Heel Oya to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
9h 3m
Rs 2,611–10,050
Drive 201.9 km
1. Drive from Ella Rock to Colombocar 201.9 km
3h 17m
Rs 8,538–12,333

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 204.7 km
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Ella Rock, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Dowa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 34m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Heel Oya to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,500 and the journey takes 8h 48m.

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