Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya

Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya

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Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya Schedule

Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 06:30 - 12:39$ 12.65
Sri Lanka Railways Third Class Reserved Seats 09:01 - 14:33$ 9.75
Sri Lanka Railways Observation class 10:18 - 16:04$ 18.14
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 20:06 - 01:56$ 12.65
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Sleeper 22:30 - 04:43$ 25.14

Transportation from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya

Facts about the transport from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport5h 32m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance277 kilometers
Transport CompaniesSri Lanka Railways, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya

When you want to get from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi+Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 53.32. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 15.09.

How far is Gampaha from Nuwara Eliya?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya. Your trip will be a total of 173 miles (277 km). The flying distance is 173 miles (277 km).

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

The travel time from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 8 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 15.09 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi+Train - a one-way taxi+Train ticket can cost as much as USD 53.32.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya:

  • Train tickets - USD 14.64 to USD 26.13;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 37.63 - USD 53.32. From Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Gampaha until 00:00 Gampaha

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 10 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Gampaha to Nuwara Eliya? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.