Colombo Fort to Kital Ella

Colombo Fort to Kital Ella

Colombo Fort
Kital Ella
Fri, Jun 7
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$18
 
 
$178

Other Options

Colombo Fort to Kital Ella Schedule

Colombo Fort to Kital Ella Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 19:30 - 04:15$ 22.40

Transportation from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella

Facts about the transport from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport4h 5m
Earliest Departure7:30 PM
Latest Departure7:30 PM
Departures per day2
Distance205 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

Colombo Fort to Kital Ella Destination Reviews

KD
The views were amazing and the towns charming. I loved that the windows open right up making the cabin comfortable and aerated and great for photo taking. Booking via 12go website saved us time and effort. The tickets delivered securely to our hotel too. Will definitely use 12go for future trips
Train #1005 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, May 6, 2022
SL
Superb service 12go got me scarce train tickets in Sri Lanka, tickets were waiting for me at my hotel when I landed. They managed to get the best seats in the observation carriage as well! Super happy with everything and great communication throughout. Highly recommended.
Train #1007 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railways, Apr 4, 2022
IR
Very easy and reliable
Train #1015 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Feb 8, 2022
ST
It was a comforting journey. We traveled from colombo fort to ella. Train started on time but we reached Ella 30 mins late
Train #1015 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jan 3, 2022
4.5
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How to get from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella

When you want to get from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 177.76. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 17.37.

How far is Colombo Fort from Kital Ella?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella. Your trip will be a total of 128 miles (205 km). The flying distance is 128 miles (205 km).

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella?

The travel time from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella?

The cost of the trip from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 17.37 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 177.76.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella:

  • Train tickets - USD 17.67 to USD 20.79;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 100.84 to USD 177.76.

How many trips per day are there between Colombo Fort and Kital Ella?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Colombo to Ella. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 100.84.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Colombo Fort to Kital Ella? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 98% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.