Kandy to Ella Train Tickets.
Overview
7 hours
Mobile ticket
First class reservation seats.
Second class reservation seats.
Tried class reservation seats.
Many important longer-distance trains have a designated 2nd class reserved and sometimes a 3rd class reserved, in addition to the many unreserved. Some trains have a 1st class and 1st class seats are always reserved.
The train journey between Kandy and Ella in Sri Lanka is considered one of the most breathtaking in the world. Even on grey, rainy days like the day travelled, the views are still magical!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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What‘s Included
Reserved seat
Alcoholic Beverages
Options
Kandy to Ella Train Tickets.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sold us useless, overpriced tickets
Yvette E,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00There was a cyclone and landslide in November making Kandy to Ella tickets non viable. We bought some from Viator..grossly overpriced in January when they were unusable. Couldn’t even use them further down the line as not recognised as a proper ticket. Do not use Viator for anything - too disappointing.
Tour cancelled without I got notified!
Joan J,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The trip was cancelled without me being told! No response from the local tour operator, and Viator’s customer service could not get the local tour guide either. Never book through Viator again!
TRAINS NOT RUNNING.
Vacation46568193645,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Trains are not running into or out of Kandy for the foreseeable future. I have requested a refund but not heard anything for several days. I wasn't warned about the non-existent train service before I got to the station on the day of travel DO NOT BUY THESE TICKETS !
Incompetent ticket service
Norbert S,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00There was no experience because Viator sold me tickets for non existing travel! Completely not understandable behaviour taking into consideration the November cyclones and damage done to the railway track on the given route . Hope Viator will give me money back!
Rogue organization
Margret V,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Bought 4 tickets from €22,00 for the train trip from Kandy to Ella in Srilanka and we were told at the station that they are not valid. I'm trying to get the money back right now but there's no way viator can be reached. The email I sent comes back undelivered and it is not possible to contact customer service. They're just crooks, so don't fall for it. You can buy a ticket at the station for € 0.30.
Don't buy tickets here!
Alexandra O,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00No advance notice that the train doesn't even run from Kandy due to the damage (it currently only departs from Ambewela). At the station, we checked if our tickets were still valid for Ambewela to Ella (as it is the same train, just a departure from another station) —turns out they were completely invalid, and the booking code wasn't even in the station staff's system. I've messaged the tour operator multiple times via account chat, but several days later, still no response or refund. So I would definitely recommend not buying tickets here!
Scam. Do not book.
Carly D,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00This was a scam. Do not book. I didn’t get tickets and no one responded when I asked questions throughout.
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