Ella to Badulla

Ella to Badulla

Ella
Badulla
Jul 10, 2027
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Ella to Badulla Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+35m
€26.62
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Super Luxury
00:55
05:45
€11.84
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
05:48
07:10
€13.65
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
10:45
12:00
€29.63
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
14:41
15:53
€11.59
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
15:17
16:08
€12.14
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
15:45
16:49
€11.59
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
16:10
17:15
€7.25
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
16:56
18:22
€12.14
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
18:13
19:17
€16.37

How to get from Ella to Badulla

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

  • Bus
  • 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 Bus 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 29.21. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as EUR 29.21.

How far is Ella from Badulla?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ella to Badulla. Your trip will be a total of 19 miles (30 km). The flying distance is 19 miles (30 km).

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

The travel time from Ella to Badulla can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Ella to Badulla varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lakpura: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as EUR 29.21 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 29.21.

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

  • Train tickets - EUR 4.86 to EUR 8.63;
  • Bus tickets - EUR 11.43 to EUR 11.43;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 29.21 to EUR 29.21.

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

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 Badulla any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ella to Badulla 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 Ella to Badulla. 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 29.21.

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 Ella to Badulla

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

  • 99% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Ella to Badulla

Facts about the transport from Ella to Badulla

Cheapest Transport€5
Fastest Transport35m
Earliest Departure12:55 AM
Latest Departure4:55 PM
Departures per day1
Distance30 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway