There are 3 ways to get from Ella to Yala Junction by bus, taxi or car
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What companies run services between Ella, Uva, Sri Lanka and Yala Junction, Sri Lanka?
National Transport Commission operates a bus from Ella to Yala Junction hourly. Tickets cost $1 - $3 and the journey takes 3 h 40 min.

- Phone
- +94 011-2587372
- info@ntc.gov.lk
- Website
- ntc.gov.lk
Bus from Bandarawela to Ratnapura
- Ave. Duration
- 3 h 40 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $3
- Schedules at
- ntc.gov.lk
- Standard
- $1 - $2
- Semi Lux
- $1 - $2
- AirCon
- $1 - $2
- Super Lux
- $3
- Ave. Duration
- 2 h 49 min
- Estimated price
- $70 - $85
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Questions & Answers
How far is it from Ella to Yala Junction?
The distance between Ella and Yala Junction is 110 km. The road distance is 173 km.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ella to Yala Junction?
The cheapest way to get from Ella to Yala Junction is to drive which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 3000 and takes 2 h 49 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Ella to Yala Junction?
The quickest way to get from Ella to Yala Junction is to taxi which takes 2 h 49 min and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 14000.
How long does it take to get from Ella to Yala Junction?
It takes approximately 4 h 51 min to get from Ella to Yala Junction, including transfers.