Colombo Fort to Ella

Colombo Fort to Ella

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Colombo Fort to Ella Schedule

Colombo Fort to Ella Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Ceylon Roots Comfort 2pax Any time$ 136.76
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 05:55 - 15:17$ 19.57
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 08:30 - 17:51LKR 3,650
Sri Lanka Railways 1st Class Seat 19:30 - 04:21$ 19.57
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Sleeperetts 20:30 - 05:37LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Sleeper 22:00 - 08:07$ 23.97

Transportation from Colombo Fort to Ella

Facts about the transport from Colombo Fort to Ella

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport4h 5m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure5:30 AM
Departures per day1
Distance205 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Colombo Fort to Ella Destination Reviews

KD
The views were amazing and the towns charming. I loved that the windows open right up making the cabin comfortable and aerated and great for photo taking. Booking via 12go website saved us time and effort. The tickets delivered securely to our hotel too. Will definitely use 12go for future trips
Train #1005 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, May 6, 2022
SL
Superb service 12go got me scarce train tickets in Sri Lanka, tickets were waiting for me at my hotel when I landed. They managed to get the best seats in the observation carriage as well! Super happy with everything and great communication throughout. Highly recommended.
Train #1007 Observation class, Sri Lanka Railways, Apr 4, 2022
IR
Very easy and reliable
Train #1015 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Feb 8, 2022
ST
It was a comforting journey. We traveled from colombo fort to ella. Train started on time but we reached Ella 30 mins late
Train #1015 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jan 3, 2022
4.5
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How to get from Colombo Fort to Ella

Travelling between Colombo Fort and Ella is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 20.06 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 20.06.

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

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 10 hours to travel between Colombo Fort and Ella depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Colombo Fort and Ella. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 4h 5m. Train does a much slower job and take about 9h 17m to reach Ella.

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

Travelling between Colombo Fort and Ella can be as cheap as USD 20.06 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 20.06 if you buy a Sri Lanka Railway Train 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 Colombo Fort and Ella ?

  • 1 from Colombo to Ella starting from 05:30 Colombo Fort until 05:30 Colombo Fort

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Colombo Fort 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 Colombo 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.

What is the most popular transport to get from Colombo Fort to Ella?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 67% bought a taxi ride
  • 33% took a train