Train Tickets From Kandy to Ella
Overview
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Select luxury trains to normal trains, different departure times and seat classes which suite with your travel plan.
How we do ?
We reserve seats for you in-advance and you will receive e-ticket upon the reservation (pdf version). No need of printed tickets anymore. We are heading with paper-less by contributing to sustainable goals.
You will be informed alternative train times or seat classes if requested option isn't available at the time of booking.
What you should do ?
Just book the product you are looking right now, and please let us know your requirements.
Seats are subject to availability. In case of unavailability we will inform you available options and reserve upon your confirmation. You can contact on WhatsApp +94770422666 to check availability quickly.
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
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Reserved Train Seats
Anything NOT mention under Inclusions
What To Expect
- Upon your reservation, you will contact by our local operator and confirm the train time and seat class. - Receive the e-version of the ticket via email and Whatsapp - On arrival in the station, show your ticket on your phone to the ticket inspector - You will sit on reserved section of the train which assigned under your passport number - Enjoy the ride - Ride will end in Ella railway station Highly recommend you to reserve your tickets atleast 32 days ahead to get exactly what you prefer. If it is less than a month ahead, In case of unavailability of requested train time and class in higher demanding period, you will be given alternative train upon your confirmation.
Options
First Class Tickets
First Class
Luxury Train Economy Class
Third Class seats: Offers non air conditioned, group of 4 seats, openable window, shared table, canteen, w/c
Observation Class
Observation class: Non air conditioned, couple seats, ceiling fan, leg rest, arm rest, panoramic views, W/C, Canteen Starting from Peradeniya
Ella Odyssey - Second Class
Second Class: Windows can open, comfortable seats, fans, canteen, arm rest, leg rest, table, w/c
Luxury Train Second Class
Second Class Seats: Offers non air conditioned, couple seats, leg rest, arm rest, w/c, canteen, open window facility
Second Class Tickets
Second Class
Reserved Third Class
Third Class Reserved Seats: Offers Group of 4 seats together, shared window, shared table, window open fafacility, baggage cabin, fans, canteen, w/c
Ella Odyssey - First Class
First Class: Air conditioned, power outlets, comfortable seats, table, arm rest, leg rest, waiter service, w/c
Ella Odyssey - Third Class
Third Class: Group of 4 seats, shared window, table, canteen, fans, w/c
Luxury Train First Class
First Class: Offers air conditioned, couple seats, window, arm rest, leg rest, w/c, canteen, power adopters
Reviews
53 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The train ride from Kandy...
Barbel W,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00The train ride from Kandy to Ella is scenic. I booked second class, the seats were comfortable and people kept coming through the train and selling food when you don't have anything with you. Fans were running in the train compartment. There are two rows of seats per compartment, from which you can see less because the train wall is in view. Of course, the ride is a pleasure, especially with a seat at the window.
Fabulous train journey
scotterill45,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Always book ticket as can be disappointed. Journey was really comfortable good seats and large windows to appreciated the wonderful scenery. We sat in second class seats . Plenty of room . So glad we booked. The country side we travelled through was spectacular. From the mountains to the tea plantations. Crossing through towns and little stations. The train was on time and took around 7 1/2 hrs.
Hold your nerve.......
Jon H,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00Hold your nerve, tickets didn't come through until 4.00am on the day of travel. We had ordered 3rd class reserved seats and got two seats together in a block of 6(no window seat) HOWEVER.... No one else had seats in the block. We had so much room both with a window view.
Nice experience
Dalila I,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
4.00Beautiful trip in the middle of the tea plantations... comfort of traveling in first class (although air conditioning is not so fundamental, at least in August because the climate is not so warm on the Kandy - Ella route). Nice to be able to look out the doors to fully enjoy the view. A bit long (if it had been 1 or 2 hours less it would have been perfect) but great experience overall. One of the best things about travelling to Sri Lanka. I would definitely do it again.
Everything was right....
Sawomir S,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Everything was right. Good contact with detailed info about the tickets and train. I do recommend! Good job!
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