Ella is about 230 km from the airport and Nuwara Eliya around 175 km. Both are long, climbing drives of four and a half to five and a half hours.
Travellers landing in the evening often break the journey with a night nearer the coast and climb the next day; we are happy to plan it either way.
Where we drop in Ella & Nuwara Eliya
- Ella town
- Demodara
- Nuwara Eliya
- Haputale
Landmarks nearby
- Nine Arch Bridge
- Little Adam's Peak
- Ravana Falls
- Gregory Lake
- Tea estates around Nanu Oya
How the transfer works
Expressway then a steady climb through tea country. We plan stops for tea and views rather than driving it straight through.
A van makes a real difference on five hours of mountain road for anything above three people.
Ella & Nuwara Eliya transfer questions
Is it too far to drive to Ella straight from the airport?
It is long but very doable at around five and a half hours. If you land late at night, an overnight closer to the coast is usually more comfortable.
Book your Ella & Nuwara Eliya transfer
Send your arrival date, flight number and group size and we'll come back with one fixed all-in price. Pay the driver at the end of the journey.