Nuwara Eliya to Ella

Nuwara Eliya to Ella

Nuwara Eliya
Ella
Sun, May 19
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$60
 
 
$83

Other Options

Nuwara Eliya to Ella Schedule

Nuwara Eliya to Ella Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 8pax Any timeLKR 21,269
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Sleeperetts 02:24 - 05:37LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway Observation class 08:54 - 14:28LKR 3,125
Magical Sri Lanka Scenic Minivan 11:30 - 13:00LKR 2,870
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 12:02 - 15:53LKR 4,830
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 14:33 - 17:51LKR 2,285
Sri Lanka Railway Observation class 16:04 - 19:20LKR 3,125

Transportation from Nuwara Eliya to Ella

Facts about the transport from Nuwara Eliya to Ella

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport56m
Earliest Departure3:49 AM
Latest Departure3:41 PM
Departures per day5
Distance47 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Magical Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Nuwara Eliya to Ella Destination Reviews

RE
Seats need some cleaning, people were sitting on our reserved spots and looked strange at us when we asked them to move. 1st class is too messy for being called a 1st class
Train #1005 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jun 24, 2023
LA
Really would of preferred the older authentic carriages, it was all too staged. Great trip all the same,
Train Second Class, Ella Odyssey, Apr 26, 2022
VY
Everything worked very well and the tickets were brought to our hotel. Thanks a lot!
Train #1005 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Mar 18, 2022
AK
Nothing spoils the Nuwara Eliya - Ella train and the views you could see, but 12go and its service has nothing to do with it
Train #1126 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railways, Feb 7, 2022
MS
The train coach should be marked with SCR if the seats are already reserved.
Train #1005 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Dec 17, 2021
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How to get from Nuwara Eliya to Ella

Travelling between Nuwara Eliya and Ella is possible by Train, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 82.26 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 59.01.

How long does it take to get from Nuwara Eliya to Ella?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to travel between Nuwara Eliya and Ella depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Nuwara Eliya and Ella. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 56m. Train does a much slower job and take about 4h 22m to reach Ella.

How much does it cost to get from Nuwara Eliya to Ella?

Travelling between Nuwara Eliya and Ella can be as cheap as USD 59.01 if you opt for a Stef Lanka Tours taxi and as expensive as USD 82.26 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi 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 Nuwara Eliya and Ella ?

  • 5 from Nuwara Eliya to Ella starting from 00:00 Nuwara Eliya until 00:00 Nuwara Eliya

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

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

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 Nuwara Eliya and Ella

Ceylon Roots, Stef Lanka Tours

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.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Nuwara Eliya and Ella, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Nuwara Eliya and Ella

Magical Sri Lanka

What is the most popular transport to get from Nuwara Eliya to Ella?

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

  • 89% took a train
  • 10% took a van
  • 1% Other