Colombo to Nuwara Eliya train is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 2 daily train departures available. 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, h hours later.
Departure station and country
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Arrival station and country
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Travel Distance
172 km
Average Trip Duration
06h 00min
Total Departures
2
Transportation Options
Train
Getting from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya by train
The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya is 172 km km.
The fastest train which departs at 10:00 has a travel time of 06:00h.
The longest travel time on the route is 06:00h.
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.
Train companies operating the Colombo to Nuwara Eliya route
There is a total of 4 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.
Stef Lanka Shuttle
Sri Lanka Railway
Sri Lanka Railways
SL Railway Commuter
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.
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