Ja Ela to Colombo

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Ja Ela to Colombo Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+30m	$20.12
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Van 6pax	Any time	+30m	$21.48
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Van 8pax	Any time	+30m	$23.65
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Comfort 2pax	Any time	+30m	$16.13
Taxi	Lakpura	Standard Car	Any time	+35m	$31.00

How to get from Ja Ela to Colombo

Travelling between Ja Ela and Colombo is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 32.02 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 32.02.

How long does it take to get from Ja Ela to Colombo?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 1 hours to travel between Ja Ela and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Ja Ela and Colombo. Bus will bring you to your destination in 5m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 35m to reach Colombo.

How much does it cost to get from Ja Ela to Colombo?

Travelling between Ja Ela and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 32.02 if you opt for a Lakpura taxi and as expensive as USD 32.02 if you buy a Lakpura 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 Ja Ela and Colombo ?

1 from Ja Ela to Colombo starting from 00:00 Ja Ela until 00:00 Ja Ela

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Ja Ela to Colombo.

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

Bus

Travelling from Ja Ela to Colombo 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 Ja Ela and Colombo

Avro Travels

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 Ja Ela and Colombo

Lakpura

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 Ja Ela to Colombo?

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

71% took a train
28% opted for a bus
1% Other

Transportation from Ja Ela to Colombo

Trains

$ 7.28
Buses

$ 9.52
Taxis

$ 32.02
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Ja Ela to Colombo

Cheapest Transport	$8
Fastest Transport	5m
Earliest Departure	12:10 AM
Latest Departure	2:30 AM
Departures per day	1
Distance	5 kilometers
Transport Companies	Avro Travels, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway