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

The cheapest way to get from Ella to Kandy is to Mini Bus which costs Rs. 1020 - Rs. 1050 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ella to Kandy is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Ella and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ella and Kandy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Kandy. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Ella to Kandy?

The distance between Ella and Kandy is 129 km. The road distance is 128.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ella to Kandy without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 30m and costs Rs. 1020 - Rs. 1050.

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

The Mini Bus from Ella to Kandy takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kandy bus from?

Ella to Kandy bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Ella to Kandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Ella to Kandy?

The best way to get from Ella to Kandy is to Mini Bus which takes 3h 30m and costs Rs. 1020 - Rs. 1050. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 5000 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Ella to Kandy bus arrive?

Ella to Kandy bus services, operated by Tuktukdude Lesiure, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Ella to Kandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ella to Kandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ella to Kandy is 129 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Ella to Kandy.

Where can I stay near Kandy?

There are 1491+ hotels available in Kandy.

Ella to Kandy - 4 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ella to Kandy by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Ella to Kandy by bus

28Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 1,020Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 128.9 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Tuktukdude Lesiure operates a bus from Ella to Kandy twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 12,307 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Kandy 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–5,000 and the journey takes 6h 18m.

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