Ella to Matara

Ella to Matara

Ella
Matara
Jul 19, 2027
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Ella to Matara Destination Reviews

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Lydia
Amazing service! We had some really bad weather during the drive and got caught in the start of the cyclone, so there were some difficulties on the road, but the driver got us trough very smoothly and was able to bring me safely out of Ella to the south just in time. I cant be thankfull enough! Huge thanks to my driver Sanju!!
Ella to Matara, taxi Comfort 3pax, Real Lanka Holidays (Real Lanka Holidays), Dec 8, 2025
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Ella to Matara Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+4h 20m
$63.24
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 58m
$91.38
Van
Tuktukdude Leisure
Van Shuttle
08:00
11:00
$70.00
Van
Tuktukdude Leisure
Van Shuttle
12:00
15:00
$70.00
Van
Tuktukdude Leisure
Van Shuttle
17:00
20:00
$70.00

How to get from Ella to Matara

When you want to get from Ella to Matara, 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 164.52. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 71.22.

How far is Ella from Matara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ella to Matara. Your trip will be a total of 60 miles (96 km). The flying distance is 60 miles (96 km).

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

The travel time from Ella to Matara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 3 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Ella to Matara 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 71.22 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 164.52.

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

  • flight+taxi price: USD 61.62 - USD 78.33. From Ella to Matara starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
  • Van price : USD 76.35;
  • Train+Van price: USD 88.77. From Ella to Matara starting from 05:00 Ella until 05:00 Ella
  • taxi+Train price: USD 149.35 - USD 177.54. From Ella to Matara starting from 00:00 Ella until 00:00 Ella

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 71.22 to USD 164.52.

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

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

  • Vans from Ella to Matara depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ella to Matara 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 Matara. 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 71.22.

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 Matara. 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 Matara.

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 Matara

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

  • 82% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 6% chosen flight+taxi
  • 6% chosen taxi+Train
  • 3% chosen Train+Van
  • 3% opted for a van.

Transportation from Ella to Matara

Facts about the transport from Ella to Matara

Cheapest Transport$72
Fastest Transport1h 55m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance96 kilometers
Transport CompaniesReal Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tuktukdude Leisure