Budget City Companion
USD 50/dayAlto / Wagon R
Best for short tours, couples and city-based travel with light luggage.
Up to 2 guests2 luggage + 2 hand luggageExtra km LKR 110
Private chauffeur pickup from Ella
Car With Driver in Ella
Ella is a popular hill-country pickup point for travellers continuing to wildlife parks, the south coast, Arugam Bay or Colombo Airport.
Private hotel pickupCars, SUVs, vans and coachesIsland-wide onward travel
Best for: Nine Arch Bridge visits, tea-country journeys, Yala safari routes, Arugam Bay connections and south-coast travel.
Popular onward journeys
Private driver routes from Ella
Travel-time ranges are guides and can change with traffic, weather, stops and hotel locations.| Route | Approx. travel time | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Ella → Yala | 2.5–3.5 hrs | Safari route |
| Ella → Arugam Bay | 2.5–3.5 hrs | East-coast route |
| Ella → Mirissa | 4.5–5.5 hrs | South-coast route |
| Ella → Colombo Airport | 5.5–7 hrs | Airport transfer |
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Cars, SUVs, vans and coaches from Ella
Select using both passenger count and luggage, especially for airport-connected travel.
Economy Chauffeur Sedan
USD 60/dayHonda Fit Shuttle / Prius
Smart value option for 1–3 passengers on private island tours.
Up to 3 guests3 luggage + 3 hand luggageExtra km LKR 110
Comfort Class Sedan
USD 70/dayToyota Axio / Honda Fit Shuttle / New Prius
A more comfortable private sedan for couples and long touring days.
Up to 3 guests3 luggage + 3 hand luggageExtra km LKR 110
Premium Island SUV
USD 80/dayMitsubishi Outlander / Vezel / Allion / Premio
Premium comfort feel for relaxed touring, business travel and scenic routes.
Up to 3 guests3 luggage + 3 hand luggageExtra km LKR 110
Compact Family Van
USD 70/dayNissan E25 / Nissan NV200
Useful for small families who need easier access and more luggage room.
Up to 4 guests4 luggage + 4 hand luggageExtra km LKR 140
Comfort Group Van
USD 80/dayToyota Hiace KDH200 / Nissan E25
Comfortable van choice for families, senior guests and small groups.
Up to 6 guests6 luggage + 6 hand luggageExtra km LKR 140
Large Group Touring Van
USD 95/dayToyota Hiace KDH220
Best for bigger families, more luggage and airport-connected touring.
Up to 9 guests9 luggage + 9 hand luggageExtra km LKR 150
Mini Coach Traveller
USD 135/dayToyota Coaster
Smooth group transport for medium-size private tour groups.
Up to 13 guests13 luggage + 13 hand luggageCustom group quote
Executive 24-Seater Coach
USD 180/dayYutong / Golden Dragon
Good for larger families, school groups and company travel.
Up to 24 guests24 luggage + 24 hand luggageCustom group quote
Grand Touring Coach
USD 250/dayYutong / Golden Dragon
Coach option for bigger group touring around Sri Lanka.
Up to 35 guests35 luggage + 35 hand luggageCustom group quote
Full-Size Luxury Coach
USD 300/dayYutong / Golden Dragon
For very large groups, events and full coach tours.
Up to 52 guests52 luggage + 52 hand luggageCustom group quote
Pickup planning
What to send before confirming
01Pickup address
Send the exact hotel, villa, airport terminal or meeting point in Ella.
02Departure time
Early departures may be recommended for long routes, safaris, trains or airport check-in.
03Passenger and luggage count
Include large bags, hand luggage, child seats and special equipment.
04Stops and final destination
Share sightseeing plans and the final drop-off so the full route can be priced.
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