Ella to Colombo

Ella to Colombo

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Colombo
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Ella to Colombo Destination Reviews

JO
All gooda and professional. The communication with the support team excellent. Whatever question I had the response came back within minutes. Tickets arrived on time. This is the second time I used 12go and I definitely recommend.
Ella to Colombo, Train #1006 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Mar 16, 2022
TK
The agency helped us to get our tickets from Ella to Colombo Fort. Everything went smoothly. The support team was very supportive when our ticket delivery address changed because of change in plans. I can highly recommend 12Go Asia!
Ella to Colombo, Train #1006 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Dec 12, 2021
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Ella to Colombo Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Stef Lanka Tours
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+5h
$90.30
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
06:30
15:15
$14.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
07:54
17:01
$9.84
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
08:54
18:20
$17.57
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
09:20
18:05
$14.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
09:40
18:57
$9.84
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
10:39
19:17
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation class
11:00
20:35
$21.38
  4.7
Bus
Sri Lanka Bus Service
Luxury
15:00
19:00
$15.00
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
18:45
03:45
$9.84
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
21:40
06:55
$19.00
  4.5

Transportation from Ella to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Ella to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure12:00 ص
Latest Departure6:00 م
Departures per day10
Distance584 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Cinnamon Air, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours, TaxiBazaar

How to get from Ella to Colombo

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

  • Flight
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 251.38. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 103.76.

How far is Ella from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ella to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 363 miles (584 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

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

The travel time from Ella to Colombo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Ella to Colombo 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 103.76 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 251.38.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 6.94 to USD 12.21;
  • flight+taxi price: USD 167.57. From Ella to Colombo starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer
  • Plane tickets - USD 228.06 to USD 233.12;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 103.76 to USD 251.38.

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

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 Colombo any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Ella to Colombo. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 228.06.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Ella to Colombo

Cinnamon Air

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ella to Colombo. 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 103.76.

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 Colombo

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

  • 55% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 20% users took a plane.
  • 15% chosen flight+taxi
  • 10% users enjoyed a train ride.