Train Tickets from Ella to Ambewela (NuwaraEliya)

Overview

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Select luxury trains to normal trains, seats classes and different departure times as per your travel plan !

You are allow to select best suite seat class, train and departure times.

Upon the reservation you will receive an e-version of the original ticket from operator.

Check into the train using the e-ticket and skip the queue at railway station.

Enjoy reserved seats by avoiding last minute unavailability at the station office.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

- Receive the e ticket via email or whatsapp. - Visit Ella railway station atleast 15 minutes before the train departure time. - Access through e ticket. - Enjoy 3 hours scenic ride to NuwaraEliya. - Check-out from Ambewela railway station in NuwaraEliya *Special Notice* We do recommend to book seats at-least 32 days ahead of your travel date. Later reservation will course amendments of seat class or train time. And also e-ticket will send on the day of travel early morning at 4 am.

What‘s Included

Reserved Seats from Ella to Nuwara Eliya

Anything NOT mentioned under Inclusions

Options

Kandy Odyssey - Economy Class

Third Class: Openable windows, Group seats, Canteen, Baggage space, W/C

Odyssey Train Second Class

Second Class : Non Air conditioned, couple seats, window, table, arm rest, leg rest, baggage cabin, w/c

Observation Class

Observation class seats: - Panaromic views - Comfortable seats - Open windows - Standard facilities

Kandy Odyssey - Second Class

Second Class: Openable Windows, Comfortable couple seats, Canteen, Baggage space, W/C

Odyssey Train Economy Class

Third Class: Non Air conditioned, group seats, window, table, canteen, baggage cabin, w/c

Kandy Odyssey - First Class

First Class: Air conditioned, Comfortable couple seats, Canteen, Power slots, w/c

Third Class Reserved Seats

Third Class: Group seats, Baggage space, Canteen, Openable Windows, WC

First class ticket

First Class Reserved : - Air conditioned - Close windows - Comfortable seats - Standard facilities

Odyssey Train - First Class

First Class: Air conditioned, couple seats, window, table, arm rest, leg rest, baggage cabin, w/c

Second class tickets

Second class reserved: - Open window facility - Standard facilities - Non A/C - Comfortable seats

Second Class

Second Class: Operable Windows, Leg rest, Arm rest, Baggage Space, WC

First Class

First Class : Air Conditioned, Arm Rest, Leg rest, Baggage space, WC

Economy Class Tickets

Third class reserved : - Non A/C - Group seats - Open window facility - Comfortable seats - Standard facilities

Reviews

3.70

20 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very nice train ride!
Sharon A,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Super nice experience. Clear instructions and good seating. The tickets were also neatly displayed in the app and email.
Fraud
tiki t,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Sub contracted company of Viator, in Sri Lanka, has sold us tickets that cost 1.76 eur for 46 usd and for the WRON DIRECTION. When we complained, 1 min after they have sent it, they said they cannot do anything and they are sorry we changed our minds. Lying bunch of crucks.
Don't to it with them!!
Melina L,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00
Absolute rip-off The train ride is nice, but we were totally ripped off. Instead of 7000 rupies we paid 70€
Buy at the train station directly
Maithri A,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00
You can actually find these tickets for more than 50 per cheaper in the train station only Better not to buy online because they are charging very high price!!!!!
Magical
Graystonebb,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This experience is magical. The train arrived on scheduled time and the ride was pleasant and picturesque. The mini stop at the arches was a super treat. Only issue is that people who are not too tall it’s a bit of a challenge to get back to the train .
What we learned about the train from Ella to Nanu Oya
Oponz,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
You do not travel over the 9 Arches Bridge There is a tourist express train at 0832hrs. Cost 2500rs per person You need your passport or an identity document to book. We purchased a ticket at 0815hrs for the 0830 train. It did not leave until 0850hrs. There is another train at 0930hrs which is a regular train that stops at all stops. The best views are on the right side of the train as you look towards the driving cabin. Second class carriage is fine. It looks like the seats at the front of the carriage face backward and the ones, in the back of the carriage face backwards. The trip takes between 2h30m and 3h. Tuktuks/Cars from Nanu Oya to Nawara Eliya costs 1200-1500rs. A Pickme ride in a car from Nawara Eliya to Ella takes about 1h50m and costs about 8500rs. We would consider taking the return train - a lot more relaxing. Safe travels
Tickets bought 30 days in advance, what a let down!
carou798,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
After spending £40 for two of us to go into the observation carriage, I was really let down by the staff at the station. They didn't recognise my ticket and only honoured one of the tickets, not two, even though the ticket said 2 adults and the amount I paid. So I had to pay for an additional ticket. The observation carriage did not have A/C as stated, no seats were allocated and generally a let down. The views are spectacular but I thought the whole experience a bit of a let down after our experience at the ticket office.
The tickets were good...
Martin F,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
The tickets were well organized and we got connected seats. Tickets were delivered about 3 days before via email.
Recommend for last minute bookings
Estefania C,,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
a great option if you are booking last minute as there are often no more tickets left at the train station We had guaranteed second class seats with windows that open
Journey through the plantations of the
Katia B,,Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Spectacular journey, in the panoramic carriage, through the cultivation of tea and breathtaking landscapes climbing up to 1900 meters