Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

Nuwara Eliya
Colombo
Sep 25, 2027
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Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Destination Reviews

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Mamdouh A
trip was lovely , pick up on time, polite and friendly driver, car was very comfortable and excellent arrangement, 12go will be my first choice.
Nuwara Eliya to Colombo, taxi Comfort 3pax, Lakpura (Lakpura), May 18, 2025
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Oliver
During Booking procedure the insurance option was selected by default. This should be changed! Don’t try to get as much money from your customers, rather be more transparent!
Nuwara Eliya to Colombo, Train #1016 Third Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Mar 5, 2023
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Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+4h 40m
$81.00
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
06:00
14:05
$8.44
  4.7
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class
09:00
15:00
$10.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
09:16
15:27
$17.41
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
11:00
17:00
$12.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
11:24
17:49
$27.93
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class
11:45
17:45
$10.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
12:09
18:57
$8.44
  4.5
Train
Ella Odyssey
First Class
12:45
19:15
$33.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
13:40
19:17
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
13:58
19:17
$19.06
Bus
AKMT Holidays
Standard
15:00
21:00
$12.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
15:33
19:17
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
15:53
19:17
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
16:57
22:10
$11.81
  4.7
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
21:55
05:40
$15.89
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Sleeperette
22:29
05:40
$6.75
  2.0

How to get from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

When you want to get from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 132.15. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 84.24.

How far is Nuwara Eliya from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 58 miles (93 km). The flying distance is 58 miles (93 km).

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

The travel time from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 8 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lakpura: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 84.24 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 132.15.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 5.66 to USD 13.42;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 84.24 to USD 132.15.

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

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 84.24.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

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 Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo? 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:

  • 99% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 51m
Earliest Departure9:17 AM
Latest Departure10:29 PM
Departures per day5
Distance93 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar