Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya

Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya

Peradeniya
Nuwara Eliya
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Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya Destination Reviews

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Shantilal M
Very good service by 12go app for srilanka railway journey. I have booked 4 observation vagon class, it's excellent experience by 12go.
Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya, Train #1007 Observation First Vagon, Sri Lanka Railways, Oct 26, 2025
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Stewart
The train broke down and was already late. It's very unfortunate online agencies like yourselves book up all the reserved settled cheaply a month in advance leaving locals and travellers having pay vastly inflated fares to you
Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya, Train #1023 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jan 17, 2024
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Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+1h 46m
$58.00
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+47m
$68.46
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
06:11
09:45
$37.38
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
06:11
09:20
$37.38
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
08:00
11:07
$10.80
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
08:00
11:07
$13.50
  3.5
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
09:05
13:09
$16.88
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
09:05
13:09
$23.63
  3.5
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
09:48
13:09
$13.50
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
09:48
13:09
$20.25
  3.5
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Observation class
12:25
15:41
$6.75
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
12:25
15:49
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Observation class
12:38
16:45
$6.75
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation class
12:50
16:25
$15.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Observation class
12:51
16:45
$6.75
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
17:20
21:19
$6.75
  3.5

How to get from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya

When you want to get from Peradeniya 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 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 108.09. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 62.06.

How far is Peradeniya from Nuwara Eliya?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya. Your trip will be a total of 25 miles (40 km). The flying distance is 25 miles (40 km).

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

The travel time from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 6 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya 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 62.06 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 108.09.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 8.36 to USD 23.29;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 62.06 to USD 108.09.

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

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 Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya 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 Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya. 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 62.06.

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 Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Peradeniya 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:

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

Transportation from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya

Facts about the transport from Peradeniya to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport47m
Earliest Departure3:30 AM
Latest Departure8:13 AM
Departures per day4
Distance40 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar