What is the cheapest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 39m and costs Rs. 30000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Ella (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Ella (Station) and Colombo is 303 km. The road distance is 198.5 km.

How do I travel from Ella (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400.

How long does it take to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Ella (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella (Station) to Colombo train from?

Ella (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ella station.

Train or bus from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Ella (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Ella (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Ella (Station) and Colombo?

Colombo is 2h 30m behind Ella (Station). It is currently 10:12 PM in Ella (Station) and 7:42 PM in Colombo.

Where does the Ella (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Ella (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Ella (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella (Station) to Colombo is 198 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Ella (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

Ella (Station) to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ella (Station) to Colombo by taxi, plane, 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.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Ella (Station) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)taxi
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
2h 39m
Rs 30,065–104,667
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ella to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
9h 4m
Rs 1,300–8,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
5h 25m
Rs 2,200–2,400
Drive 198.5 km
1. Drive from Ella (Station) to Colombocar 198.5 km
3h 14m
Rs 8,346–12,055
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
6h
Rs 4,615–5,445

Ella (Station) to Colombo by train

12Weekly Trains

9h 4mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Ella (Station), Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,500 and the journey takes 9h 4m.

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