Private transfer
Door to door · runs every day · your own vehicle
AC carup to 3 travellers + bags$59.99total, fixed
AC vanup to 6 travellers + bags$79.99total, fixed
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Kandy to Ella
This is the full hill-country traverse: tea, waterfalls and hairpins from Kandy's lake to the Ella Gap. Your driver can pause at a working tea factory — or drop you at the station to ride the celebrated blue train for the final leg.
- Ramboda Falls tumbling beside the A5
- Tea factory tours between Pussellawa and Nuwara Eliya
- Option to join the famous hill train for part of the way
- Ella Gap views on the hill road
- Nine Arch Bridge a short tuk-tuk ride from Ella
Good to know
Kandy to Ella — questions
How long does the Kandy to Ella transfer take?
Plan for approx. 135 km · 3h 45m by road. Your driver takes the fastest safe route and can add stops along the way.
How much is a taxi from Kandy to Ella?
A private car is from $59.99 and an air-conditioned van (up to 6 people) from $79.99, fixed and door to door — the price you see is the price you pay.
Is there a shared option on this route?
This route is private-only, so you get the whole vehicle to yourself. If you'd like to share, message us and we'll suggest the nearest route travellers are pooling.
Can we stop along the way?
Of course. A private transfer is door to door and yours for the trip — tell your driver where you'd like to stop for photos, lunch or a quick sight and they'll build it in.
How do I book the Kandy to Ella transfer?
Get an instant fixed price and book online, or message us on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it. You pay securely online to confirm your booking.