Ella to Arugam Bay

Ella to Arugam Bay

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Ella to Arugam Bay Destination Reviews

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Carmen J
He took as to see a waterfall quick my on the way and we could stop for a coconut, super friendly, on time and the aircon was the best
Ella to Arugam Bay, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Aug 24, 2025
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Florine S
The driver was very pleasant until he asked for more money. One time because of the bumpy road. He wanted 1000 rp. The second time he wanted us to pay for tank 6000rp. We stood our ground because we already payed. The seets where dirty but apart from that everything went OK. After posting this review we got insulted from the company. They made poor insults about our english, our intelligence and character. They startet calling us and spammed us on what's app. Stay save and choose another company.
Ella to Arugam Bay, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Jul 17, 2025
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Daniel U
Driver stopped on the way to show me wild crocs and the ella waterfall. Would recommend.
Ella to Arugam Bay, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Jun 16, 2025
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Ella to Arugam Bay Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$52.02
  4.2
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 47m
$64.50
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 47m
$70.14
Taxi
Magical Sri Lanka
Standard 2pax
Any time
+3h
$51.00
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 8pax
Any time
+2h 47m
$85.73
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+1h 38m
$73.95
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 47m
$77.94
  5.0
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 24m
$132.49
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 24m
$111.79
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+1h 38m
$74.06
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1h 38m
$101.83
Taxi
Ella Excursions Tours
Van 6pax
Any time
+3h
$130.00
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+3h 11m
$85.00
Taxi
Magical Sri Lanka
Minivan 5pax
Any time
+3h
$84.00
Van
Tuktukdude Leisure
Shuttle + Safari Drive
08:30
16:40
$60.00

How to get from Ella to Arugam Bay

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

  • 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 Van 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 144.51. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 60.87.

How far is Ella from Arugam Bay?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ella to Arugam Bay. Your trip will be a total of 45 miles (71 km). The flying distance is 45 miles (71 km).

How long does it take to get from Ella to Arugam Bay?

The travel time from Ella to Arugam Bay can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ella to Arugam Bay?

The cost of the trip from Ella to Arugam Bay 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 USD 60.87 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 144.51.

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

  • Van price : USD 59.23 - USD 105.05;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 60.87 to USD 144.52.

How many trips per day are there between Ella and Arugam Bay?

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 Ella to Arugam Bay any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ella to Arugam Bay. 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 60.87.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Ella to Arugam Bay. 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 Ella to Arugam Bay.

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 Ella to Arugam Bay

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ella to Arugam Bay? 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:

  • 54% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 46% opted for a van.

Transportation from Ella to Arugam Bay

Facts about the transport from Ella to Arugam Bay

Cheapest Transport$60
Fastest Transport1h 25m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure8:30 AM
Departures per day15
Distance71 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Nimble Taxi Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka, Tuktukdude Leisure