Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

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Nuwara Eliya to Kandy Schedule

Nuwara Eliya to Kandy Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lakpura Minivan 4pax Any timeLKR 10,865
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 06:00 - 10:40LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railways Third Class Reserved Seats 09:16 - 13:03$ 13.57
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 11:48 - 15:53LKR 1,445
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 12:43 - 16:22LKR 3,650
Sri Lanka Railway Observation class 15:40 - 20:37LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railways Observation 17:02 - 22:45$ 16.71
Sri Lanka Railways Second Class Seat 18:30 - 21:25$ 16.71
Sri Lanka Railways First Class Sleeper 21:55 - 01:57$ 25.14
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 22:47 - 02:31$ 4.81

Transportation from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

Facts about the transport from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport40m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure3:40 PM
Departures per day16
Distance34 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

Nuwara Eliya to Kandy Destination Reviews

LZ
Amazing, the morning trains were almost empty. Sunrise happened 20 minutes after departure, which was very beautiful.
Train #1024 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Feb 27, 2024
AH
For first class, l feel what is offered is anything but that, no food provided, no water, the aircon was freezing, the chairs were old & falling apart, the bathroom was absolutely disgusting. I would say for the amount of tourists using and paying for this service they need major improvements.
Train #1006 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Apr 27, 2023
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How to get from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy

Travelling between Nuwara Eliya and Kandy is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 88.70 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.81.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to travel between Nuwara Eliya and Kandy depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Nuwara Eliya and Kandy. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 40m. Train does a much slower job and take about 4h 57m to reach Kandy.

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

Travelling between Nuwara Eliya and Kandy can be as cheap as USD 4.81 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 88.70 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 7 from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy starting from 06:00 Nanu Oya until 15:40 Nanu Oya
  • 9 from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy starting from 00:00 Nuwara Eliya until 00:00 Nuwara Eliya

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Nuwara Eliya and Kandy

Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Stef Lanka Tours

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 99% took a train
  • 1% Other