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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Badulla is to drive which costs Rs. 950 - Rs. 1400 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Badulla is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 3200.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Badulla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Badulla Main Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Badulla?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Badulla Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Ella to Badulla?

The distance between Ella and Badulla is 23 km. The road distance is 21.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Badulla without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 27 min and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3200.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Ella to Badulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ella to Badulla bus from?

Ella to Badulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella to Badulla train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Badulla?

The best way to get from Ella to Badulla is to train which takes 47 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Ella to Badulla bus arrive?

Ella to Badulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where does the Ella to Badulla train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Badulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Badulla is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Ella to Badulla.

Where can I stay near Badulla?

There are 1338+ hotels available in Badulla.

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

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ella to Hali-Elabus Colombo-Badulla
2. Take the taxi from Hali-Ela to Badullataxi
27 min
Rs 2,891–3,202
Drive 21.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ella to Badullacar 21.3 km
24 min
Rs 958–1,384
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Badulla Stationtrain Colombo / ...
47 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ella to Badullataxi 21.3 km
24 min
Rs 2,600–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ella to Badulla Main Bus Stationbus Colombo-Badulla
1h 5m
Rs 2,300–2,500

Ella to Badulla by train

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47 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 23 km
Duration: 27 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Badulla Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Badulla Main Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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