Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

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Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Schedule

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 8pax Any time$ 65.45
Sri Lanka Railway Observation class 03:30 - 08:54LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railways First Class 07:50 - 11:21$ 16.71
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 08:47 - 12:37$ 7.13
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 11:03 - 14:33$ 4.01
Sri Lanka Railways Observation class 12:25 - 16:04$ 18.14
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 15:59 - 21:19$ 7.12
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Seat 17:20 - 20:03$ 19.16
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 22:13 - 01:53LKR 2,600

Transportation from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Facts about the transport from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport40m
Earliest Departure3:30 AM
Latest Departure3:59 PM
Departures per day20
Distance34 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours, Tuktukdude Leisure

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Destination Reviews

NH
The trip itself was good I was a little miffed because I got insurance by accident but that’s probably my fault for not checking properly
Train #1023 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Oct 28, 2023
KJ
The views: wauw!
Train #1005 Third Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Jan 18, 2023
ML
Great service. It is worth to pay for priority support. The train ride from Kandy to Nanu Oya was an amazing experience. The train was late but that did not matter as this gave us more time to enjoy the landscape.
Train #1005 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Sep 30, 2022
MS
it was pity the train was not on service because of the heavy rain .
Train #1015 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Aug 8, 2022
MS
Was not clear enough about information during buying process, seats and refundable criteria
Train First Class, Ella Odyssey, Apr 26, 2022
PB
12GO were able to deliver when other agents could not
Train #1005 Third Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railways, Mar 27, 2022
JA
Most beautiful train trip ever. Unforgettable!
Train #1015 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Feb 25, 2022
JF
Clean, comfortable.
Train #1005 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jan 21, 2022
SV
Service is excellent. But costly.
Train #1005 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Dec 27, 2021
MB
Perfect service and prompt response..
Train #1015 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Dec 27, 2021
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How to get from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya

Travelling between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya is possible by Train, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 85.32 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.80.

How long does it take to get from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 9 hours to travel between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 40m. Van does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Nuwara Eliya.

How much does it cost to get from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya?

Travelling between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya can be as cheap as USD 4.80 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 85.32 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya ?

  • 10 from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya starting from 03:30 Kandy until 15:59 Kandy
  • 1 from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya starting from 06:00 Kandy until 06:00 Kandy
  • 9 from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Kandy Transfer until 00:00 Kandy Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya

Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Stef Lanka Tours

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Kandy and Nuwara Eliya

Tuktukdude Leisure

What is the most popular transport to get from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 63% took a train
  • 23% bought a taxi ride
  • 14% took a van