Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya

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Nuwara Eliya
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How to get from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • 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 Taxi+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 696.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.28.

How far is Sri Lanka from Nuwara Eliya?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya. Your trip will be a total of 8 miles (12 km). The flying distance is 8 miles (12 km).

How long does it take to get from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya?

The travel time from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya?

The cost of the trip from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 4.28 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 696.50.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.28 to USD 25.05;
  • Van price : USD 11.81 - USD 62.92;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 60.77. From Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport until 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 79.61 - USD 274.13. From Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Udawalawe until 00:00 Udawalawe
  • taxi+Van price: USD 223.68 - USD 276.42. From Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Ambalangoda until 00:00 Ambalangoda

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 4.89 to USD 696.50.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 47 trains per day.
  • 13 by Bus+taxi from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Udawalawe until 00:00 Udawalawe
  • Vans from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya starting from 00:00 Ambalangoda until 00:00 Ambalangoda
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka 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 4.89.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sri Lanka 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:

  • 83% chosen taxi+Train
  • 12% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 2% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya

Facts about the transport from Sri Lanka to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport14m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:13 PM
Departures per day267
Distance12 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, Sri Lanka Railways, Srilanka Magical Tours, Tours with Stef Lanka, Tuktukdude Leisure