Ella to Badulla

Ella to Badulla

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Ella to Badulla Schedule

Ella to Badulla Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 04:21 - 05:11$ 13.60
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Sleeper 07:18 - 08:07$ 23.97
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 12:56 - 17:46LKR 4,479
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 15:17 - 16:20LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 16:56 - 18:22$ 20.67
Sri Lanka Railways Second Class Seat 18:22 - 19:17$ 15.87

Transportation from Ella to Badulla

Facts about the transport from Ella to Badulla

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 3m
Earliest Departure12:56 PM
Latest Departure3:17 PM
Departures per day4
Distance53 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway

How to get from Ella to Badulla

Travelling between Ella and Badulla is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 14.83 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.78.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 5 hours to travel between Ella and Badulla depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Ella and Badulla. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 3m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 50m to reach Badulla.

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

Travelling between Ella and Badulla can be as cheap as USD 4.78 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 14.83 if you buy a Sri Lanka Bus Service Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 3 from Ella to Badulla starting from 15:17 Ella until 15:17 Ella
  • 1 from Ella to Badulla starting from 12:56 Wellawaya Ella Kumbalwela Hwy until 12:56 Wellawaya Ella Kumbalwela Hwy

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Ella to Badulla.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Ella to Badulla overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Ella and Badulla

Sri Lanka Bus Service

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Ella and Badulla

Ceylon Roots

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Ella to Badulla?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% took a train