Colombo to Ella

Colombo to Ella

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Ella
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Colombo to 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
Colombo to Ella, Train #1005 2nd Class Reserved 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.
Colombo to Ella, Train #1007 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railways, Apr 4, 2022
IR
Very easy and reliable
Colombo to Ella, Train #1015 2nd Class Reserved 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
Colombo to Ella, Train #1015 2nd Class Reserved Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jan 3, 2022
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Colombo to Ella Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Stef Lanka Tours
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+5h
€114.44
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
05:30
14:41
€24.40
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
05:55
15:17
€16.63
  5.0
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Luxury
07:30
11:30
€8.24
  4.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
08:30
16:56
€16.63
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
09:45
18:20
€16.63
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
10:20
18:40
€16.63
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Luxury
14:30
18:30
€8.24
  4.0
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Super Luxury
15:30
19:45
€10.65
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Super Luxury
17:30
21:45
€10.65
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Super Luxury
18:30
22:45
€10.65
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
19:30
04:02
€8.54
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
20:30
05:45
€16.58
  4.5

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Ella

Cheapest Transport€12
Fastest Transport2h 10m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure6:30 PM
Departures per day13
Distance201 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours, TaxiBazaar

How to get from Colombo to Ella

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • 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 EUR 321.56. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as EUR 93.36.

How far is Colombo from Ella?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo to Ella. Your trip will be a total of 125 miles (201 km). The flying distance is 82 miles (131 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo to Ella can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 10 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Ella varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Real Lanka Holidays: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as EUR 93.36 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 EUR 321.56.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 11.64 to EUR 11.64;
  • Train tickets - EUR 28.06 to EUR 28.06;
  • Van price : EUR 83.92 - EUR 147.38;
  • flight+taxi price: EUR 144.62 - EUR 176.75. From Colombo to Ella starting from 00:00 Mattala Airport until 00:00 Mattala Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 93.36 to EUR 321.56.

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

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Colombo to Ella any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Colombo to Ella is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

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 EUR 93.36.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Colombo to Ella. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Colombo to Ella.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Colombo to Ella

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Colombo to 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:

  • 56% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 39% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other