This is a shared, scheduled shuttle running one way from Ella to Nuwara Eliya in the hill country of Sri Lanka. Seats are sold per guest, from one to eight, so you book only the places you need and travel alongside other guests on the same fixed daily departure.
The journey takes approximately 2.75 hours, depending on traffic. Travel is in a comfortable air-conditioned standard vehicle with an English-speaking driver. If you would like to leave the vehicle at any point along the route before the final destination, simply let the driver know; the fare remains unchanged.
Departures:
Departs Ella: 2:00 PM
Arrives Nuwara Eliya: 4:45 PM
Journey time: approximately 2.75 hours, depending on traffic
Pick-up: Cafe Chill, or from hotels located within 3 km of Ella city
Drop-off: at hotels located within 3 km of Nuwara Eliya city
Includes
Transport in a comfortable air-conditioned standard vehicle
An English-speaking driver
Highway tolls and parking fees
All taxes and service charges
Excludes
Extra stops or detours outside the route
Baby seats and booster seats
Special or over-sized luggage
Transport for differently-abled passengers
Transport for pets
Book the number of seats you need and join the shuttle in Ella for the one-way run up to Nuwara Eliya.
Route is indicative; distances vary by the option you choose.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a private transfer or a shared shuttle?
It is a shared, scheduled shuttle. Seats are sold per guest, from one to eight, and you travel alongside other passengers booked on the same departure. If you need the vehicle to yourself, book a private transfer instead.
What time does the shuttle leave Ella?
The shuttle leaves Ella at 2:00 PM, once daily. It reaches Nuwara Eliya at about 4:45 PM.
How long does the journey take?
Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, depending on traffic.
What is included in the fare?
Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned standard vehicle, the service of an English-speaking driver, highway tolls and parking fees, and all taxes and service charges.
What is not included?
Extra stops or detours outside the route, baby seats and booster seats, special or over-sized luggage, transport for differently-abled passengers, and transport for pets.
Can I get off before the final destination?
Yes. You may ask to get off at any point along the route before Nuwara Eliya. The fare remains unchanged, and extra stops or detours outside the route are not part of the service.
Your service advisor
Chathum Executive
Have questions about this service or want it arranged around your dates? Reach Chathum directly — replies usually within a few hours during Sri Lanka business hours.
