Colombo to Nuwara Eliya Train
Colombo to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya to Colombo
Colombo to Nuwara Eliya Route Summary
Colombo to Nuwara Eliya train is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 9 daily train departures available, including 1 night train.The earliest train departs from Colombo train station at 10:00h, arriving to Nuwara Eliya train station at 16:00h the same day. While latest train departs at 13:00h, arriving at 19:00h the same day.
Departure station and country
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Arrival station and country
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Travel Distance
107 mi
Average Trip Duration
06h 46min
Total Departures
9
Popular Operators
Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways
Lowest Price
$6
Transportation Options
Train
Popular Departures
Below you will find some of the most popular train departures from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya:
05:30
Colombo
6h 32min
DIRECT
12:02
Nuwara Eliya
fromÂ
13.9671
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HRK
Best offer on 12. Jul
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05:55
Colombo
6h 38min
DIRECT
12:33
Nuwara Eliya
fromÂ
5.0507
Â
HRK
Best offer on 06. Jul
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08:30
Colombo
6h 3min
DIRECT
14:33
Nuwara Eliya
fromÂ
5.057
Â
HRK
Best offer on 07. Jul
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09:45
Colombo
5h 56min
DIRECT
15:41
Nuwara Eliya
fromÂ
9.151
Â
HRK
Best offer on 06. Jul
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09:45
Colombo
7h 0min
DIRECT
16:45
Nuwara Eliya
fromÂ
8.9596
Â
HRK
Best offer on 05. Jul
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Getting from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya by train
The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya is 107 mi km.
The fastest train which departs at 10:00 has a travel time of 06:00h.
The longest travel time on the route is 07:33h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet.
It is a good idea to book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially if you're traveling during peak travel times.
Overnight trains from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Nuwara Eliya earlier, there
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the same day.
Below is the most popular night departure to Nuwara Eliya:
Train companies operating the Colombo to Nuwara Eliya route
There is a total of 2 train companies operating the route. These train companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular train companies operating this route.Departure and arrival train stations
For more details about Colombo or Nuwara Eliya train stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
 Nuwara Eliya
Click here to open location in google maps.Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.Adult ticket: $6 (One-Way) or $12 (Return).
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