What is the cheapest way to get from Matale to Ja-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Matale to Ja-Ela is to bus which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matale to Ja-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Matale to Ja-Ela is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct train between Matale and Ja-Ela?

No, there is no direct train from Matale to Ja-Ela. However, there are services departing from Matale and arriving at Ja-ela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Matale to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Matale and Ja-Ela is 161 km. The road distance is 120.7 km.

How do I travel from Matale to Ja-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Matale to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200.

How long does it take to get from Matale to Ja-Ela?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Matale to Ja-Ela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matale to Ja-Ela train from?

Matale to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matale station.

Train or bus from Matale to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Matale to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 7000 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Matale to Ja-Ela train arrive?

Matale to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Matale to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Matale to Ja-Ela is 121 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Matale to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 2225+ hotels available in Ja-Ela.

Matale to Ja-Ela - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Matale to Ja-Ela by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
5h 16m
Rs 1,852–2,167
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matale to Ragamatrain Matale
5h 23m
Rs 1,487–6,692
Drive 120.7 km
1. Drive from Matale to Ja-Elacar 120.7 km
2h 24m
Rs 5,101–7,368
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matale to Ja-Elataxi 120.7 km
2h 24m
Rs 6,000–7,500

Matale to Ja-Ela by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 23mAverage Duration

Rs 1,487Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.6 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Matale, Sri Lanka and Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matale to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–4,200 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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