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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Kandy to Ella is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Kandy and Ella?

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

Is there a direct train between Kandy and Ella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Kandy to Ella?

The distance between Kandy and Ella is 129 km. The road distance is 128.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kandy to Ella 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 Kandy to Ella?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Ella bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kandy to Ella train from?

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

Train or bus from Kandy to Ella?

The best way to get from Kandy to Ella 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 5h 50m.

Where does the Kandy to Ella bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kandy to Ella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kandy to Ella?

Yes, the driving distance between Kandy to Ella is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Kandy to Ella.

Where can I stay near Ella?

There are 1490+ hotels available in Ella.

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

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

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Kandy to Ella by bus

28Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 1,020Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 129 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Tuktukdude Lesiure operates a bus from Kandy to Ella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 12,351 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Ella 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–5,000 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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