How much is a taxi from Ella to Arugam Bay?
The trip, 135 km from Ella down towards Arugam Bay, takes roughly 3 to 3.5 hours if you go by a direct private cab, and the cost is around $52–$72 (LKR 16,000–22,000). If you choose the shared van, the fee typically lands at $12–$19 per passenger, while local public transport usually costs between LKR 550–900 and often takes about 5 hours.
Cost and Travel Options
- Local Public Transport:
- Cost: LKR 550 – 900
- Time: 4.5 – 5.5 hours
- Details: Cost-effective government and private buses running via Wellawaya, Siyambalanduwa, and Pottuvil.
- Shared Van Transit:
- Cost: $12 – $19 (per seat)
- Time: 3.5 – 4 hours
- Details: Comfortable shared AC van service departing Ella town daily towards the Eastern Surf Coast.
- Pax: 1 to 8 passengers
- Direct Private Cab:
- Cost: $52 – $72 (LKR 16,000 – 22,000)
- Time: 3 – 3.5 hours
- Details: Hassle-free private AC vehicle with direct pickup from your Ella hotel and drop-off anywhere in Arugam Bay.
- Pax: 1 to 4 passengers
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