Colombo Airport to Ella taxi
About 206 km and around 6 hours without traffic. See the fare for every vehicle, then book on WhatsApp.
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Colombo Airport to Ella taxi price
The price of every vehicle for a one-way drop and for a return trip.
| Vehicle | One way | Return | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget CarAlto | Kwid | Rs. 22,900 (~$69) | Rs. 40,200 (~$121) | Book now |
| Mini CarAqua | Wagon R | Spacia | Rs. 24,600 (~$74) | Rs. 41,500 (~$125) | Book now |
| Sedan CarPrius | Grace | Insight | Rs. 28,800 (~$87) | Rs. 51,100 (~$154) | Book now |
| SUVVezel | Rs. 30,300 (~$91) | Rs. 55,300 (~$167) | Book now |
| Mini VanEvery | Clipper | Rs. 26,700 (~$80) | Rs. 45,700 (~$138) | Book now |
| KDH Flat-roof | Rs. 37,600 (~$113) | Rs. 65,600 (~$198) | Book now |
| KDH High-roof | Rs. 43,800 (~$132) | Rs. 76,900 (~$232) | Book now |
| Non A/C VanHiace | Caravan | Rs. 32,400 (~$98) | Rs. 58,200 (~$175) | Book now |
| Hiace 13 Seater | Rs. 49,100 (~$148) | Rs. 81,100 (~$244) | Book now |
| VIP Cars/Van | Rs. 48,100 (~$145) | Rs. 83,200 (~$251) | Book now |
Approximate prices at our current rates for the route to Ella. Return prices are for the round trip. Use the fare calculator at the top of this page for your exact pickup and drop. Fares do not include highway toll fees, and a long waiting time or extra stops can change the fare.
Taxi from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Ella
Distance, drive time, tolls and what to expect on this trip.
The drive from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Katunayake to Ella is about 206 km and takes around 6 hours without traffic. For this route we use the normal main roads, not the expressway. If you would like the expressway instead, untick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator at the top of this page to compare the fare. The distance, drive time and fare change, and toll fees are extra.
Ella is a small hill-country town known for its mountain views, tea country and the Nine Arch Bridge. This is a long transfer, so plan a rest stop on the way.
Your pickup or drop can be any hotel, house, lodge or address. Enter it in the fare calculator at the top of this page and the fare is worked out for your exact route.
Ella to Colombo Airport taxi
Going the other way? Choose Ella as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early for your flight: the drive takes about 6 hours without traffic, and traffic can add time.
Waiting, stops and payment
The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip. You can pay by cash, online transfer or QR payment.
Ella airport taxi questions
Quick answers about the trip between Colombo Airport and Ella.
How far is Ella from Colombo Airport (CMB)?
It is about 206 km by road from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Do you have an airport taxi from Katunayake to Ella?
Yes. Our Katunayake airport taxi takes you from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Ella. Choose the airport as your pickup and Ella as your drop in the fare calculator, check the price of every vehicle and book on WhatsApp.
How long does the drive from Colombo Airport to Ella take?
It takes around 6 hours without traffic. Traffic, road works and weather can make it longer, so allow extra time.
How much is a taxi from Colombo Airport to Ella?
The starting price is Rs. 22,900 for a one-way drop in our lowest-priced vehicle, the Budget Car. See the price of every vehicle in the table above, or use the fare calculator for your exact pickup and drop.
Do the fares to Ella include toll fees?
No expressway is used on this route because we drive the normal main roads. Fares do not include highway toll fees, so if you ask us to use the expressway, the fare changes and toll fees are extra.
Can I book a taxi from Ella to Colombo Airport?
Yes. Choose Ella as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early, because the drive takes around 6 hours without traffic.
Can I add stops or ask the driver to wait?
Yes. The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip.
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