What is the best way to travel from Ella to Kandy?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses to Kandy from Ella. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Kandy from Ella?
You can reach Kandy with just £12 by taking a Train from Sri Lanka Railway, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Sri Lanka Railway6h 0m006:40EllaRailway Station12:40KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 06:40:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m006:40EllaRailway Station13:40KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 06:40:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway6h 0m009:20EllaRailway Station15:20KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 09:20:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m009:20EllaRailway Station16:20KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 09:20:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka5h 0m013:30EllaRailway Station18:30KandyAny Hotel0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 13:30:00 to Any Hotel, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 18:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka5h 0m013:30EllaRailway Station18:30KandyAny Hotel0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 24/02/2025 13:30:00 to Any Hotel, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m006:40EllaRailway Station13:40KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 28/02/2025 06:40:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 28/02/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m009:20EllaRailway Station16:20KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 28/02/2025 09:20:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 28/02/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka5h 0m013:30EllaRailway Station18:30KandyAny Hotel0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 28/02/2025 13:30:00 to Any Hotel, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 28/02/2025 18:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Ella to Kandy?
You can get to Kandy from Ella in just 5h 0m with a Carpool from Magical Sri Lanka. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Magical Sri Lanka5h 0m013:30EllaRailway Station18:30KandyAny Hotel0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 13:30:00 to Any Hotel, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 18:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway6h 0m006:40EllaRailway Station12:40KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 06:40:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway6h 0m009:20EllaRailway Station15:20KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 09:20:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m006:40EllaRailway Station13:40KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 06:40:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m009:20EllaRailway Station16:20KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 23/02/2025 09:20:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 23/02/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka5h 0m013:30EllaRailway Station18:30KandyAny Hotel0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 24/02/2025 13:30:00 to Any Hotel, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 24/02/2025 18:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Magical Sri Lanka5h 0m013:30EllaRailway Station18:30KandyAny Hotel0Premium EconomyA Car from Magical Sri Lanka goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 28/02/2025 13:30:00 to Any Hotel, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 28/02/2025 18:30:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m006:40EllaRailway Station13:40KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 28/02/2025 06:40:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 28/02/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Sri Lanka Railway7h 0m009:20EllaRailway Station16:20KandyRailway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Railway Station, Ella (Sri Lanka) at 28/02/2025 09:20:00 to Railway Station, Kandy (Sri Lanka) arriving at 28/02/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 0m
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Bus from Ella to Kandy
What are the most popular stations in Ella and Kandy?
In Ella, you will usually depart from Railway Station or Oak Ray Gap Hotel, while in Kandy you will be arriving at Any Hotel, Nishantha Wood Carvings or Railway Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Kandy from Ella? With 4 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Ella and Kandy, you can pay as low as £12 with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Magical Sri Lanka: you will get to Kandy in just 5h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Ella and Kandy are Sri Lanka Railway and Magical Sri Lanka, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Ella and Kandy is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kumbalwela or to Peradeniya, and look at flights from , and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Ella to Kandy?
The most popular companies between Ella and Kandy, are Sri Lanka Railway and Magical Sri Lanka. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Ella to Kandy
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ella to Kandy. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Ella to Kandy
How can I reach Kandy from Ella?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Kandy from Ella.
How far is Kandy from Ella?
The distance between Ella and Kandy is 65.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ella and Kandy?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 11 kgs, and a flight 16 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ella to Kandy?
You can get to Kandy with just £12 by taking a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.
What is the fastest way to get from Ella to Kandy?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Kandy in just 5h 0m with a Carpool from Magical Sri Lanka.
More routes to Ella and to Kandy
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ella and to Kandy. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!