{"id":1566,"date":"2024-01-07T04:23:11","date_gmt":"2024-01-07T03:23:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/sri-lanka-train-journey-from-kandy-to-ella-everything-you-need-to-know\/"},"modified":"2025-09-18T16:03:39","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T14:03:39","slug":"sri-lanka-train-journey-from-kandy-to-ella-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/en\/sri-lanka-train-journey-from-kandy-to-ella-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything you need to know about travelling by train from Kandy to Ella, Sri Lanka"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image us_custom_54e7f678 align_none meta_simple\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/9_arches_bridge_ella-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/9_arches_bridge_ella-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/9_arches_bridge_ella-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/9_arches_bridge_ella.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-image-meta\"><div class=\"w-image-title\">The iconic 9 arches bridge awaits you in Ella.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>One of the most famous things you can do in Sri Lanka is the <strong>train from Kandy to Ella.<\/strong> This train already starts in Colombo, but the most beautiful part of the route starts in Kandy, where most tourists travel from.<\/p>\n<p>The route from Kandy to Ella takes approximately <strong>7 hours<\/strong> and offers spectacular scenery. Along the way you will see beautiful waterfalls, tea fields, pass through picturesque villages, as well as over mountains and cliffs. You don&#8217;t even know how and you&#8217;re at the finish line! This is definitely one of the most beautiful train rides in the world.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_50cc7d67\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>However, you need to prepare for this experience in advance, so here&#8217;s a summary of <strong>all the important information<\/strong> you need to know about this ride.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Where to buy train tickets for Kandy &#8211; Ella<\/h2>\n<p>You can buy train tickets in two ways &#8211; online via the <a href=\"https:\/\/seatreservation.railway.gov.lk\/mtktwebslr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official website<\/a>. However, there are a limited number of tickets on the site and you may find that the portal shows that the train is sold out. You can still buy tickets on second-party sites such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookaway.com\/?offer_id=34&amp;aff_id=3016\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bookaway<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/12go.tp.st\/a3rhvySv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12go asia<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/UrA5hOK6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Viator<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>However, you should expect to pay extra for these tickets. However, if you have no other option it&#8217;s definitely worth paying extra for them so you don&#8217;t miss your journey on this iconic train.<\/p>\n<p>If you didn&#8217;t get your tickets online, that doesn&#8217;t mean the train is completely sold out. You can still buy them in person at the train station in Kandy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image us_custom_54e7f678 align_none meta_simple\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kandy-vlakova-stanica-819x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Cakanie na vlak z Kandy do Ella na Sri Lanke.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kandy-vlakova-stanica-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kandy-vlakova-stanica-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Kandy-vlakova-stanica.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-image-meta\"><div class=\"w-image-title\">Happy faces after buying tickets.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_50cc7d67\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>We recommend buying tickets in advance.<\/strong> It can easily happen that a few days before the train departs, all tickets for reserved carriages are sold out. You can easily miss out on one of the best experiences in Sri Lanka by being unprepared. Many people book these tickets several weeks in advance and tailor their entire itinerary in Sri Lanka to this trip.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_f782b771\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>We definitely recommend spending a few days in Ella and that&#8217;s why we have prepared for you <a href=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/en\/complete-guide-to-ella-sri-lanka-how-to-get-here-where-to-stay-what-to-see-and-where-to-eat\/\" rel=\"noopener\">complete guide. Where to live, what to see and where to eat. <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Which type of train ticket you should buy<\/h2>\n<p>When buying tickets, you have several options to choose from. You can either travel in <strong>1st class<\/strong>, where you are guaranteed a seat, air conditioning and comfort. Another option is to travel in <strong>2nd<\/strong> or <strong>3rd class<\/strong> without a seat reservation.<\/p>\n<p>These tickets are unlimited, but be prepared to most likely stand in the middle of the aisle most of the way, which may not be the most pleasant. The utilization of these carriages is really at its maximum, because besides the fact that many tourists travel by train, it is also the main route for locals. These train tickets cannot be purchased in advance.<\/p>\n<p>The third, and for us the best option, is to buy 2nd or 3rd class <strong>seats<\/strong>. There is almost no difference between the second and third class. The interior is almost identical, except that in second class the seats are a bit more comfortable. If you buy a ticket for a reserved carriage, you can be sure that you will be seated and also that your carriage will not be overcrowded, as no one will be allowed in without a ticket.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image us_custom_54e7f678 align_none meta_simple\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-kandy-do-ella-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"3 trieda vo vlaku z Kandy do Ella na Sri Lanke\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-kandy-do-ella-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-kandy-do-ella-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-kandy-do-ella.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-image-meta\"><div class=\"w-image-title\">This is what 3rd class looks like.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_50cc7d67\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>For those who don&#8217;t have the time to travel 7 hours by train, there&#8217;s the option to join the iconic ride in <strong>Hatton<\/strong>. It will save you half the time, but you will still be able to see the most beautiful part, which we personally consider to be the route between Hatton and Haputale.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_50cc7d67\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Train tickets prices from Kandy to Ella<\/h2>\n<p>We paid 3.75\u20ac per person for tickets with a reservation to 3rd class. We bought them at the station in Kandy. Ticket prices can range <strong>from 0.5\u20ac in 3rd class and 1\u20ac in 2nd class without reservation.<\/strong> You will most likely be able to buy a ticket through second parties, where tickets with reservations range <strong>from 15\u20ac per person<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Why not travel in 1st class<\/h2>\n<p>The biggest difference between the tickets is the overall train ride experience. If you want to enjoy the ride to the fullest, we definitely don&#8217;t recommend buying 1st class tickets. In these carriages, <strong>you cannot open the windows or doors<\/strong>, or move from them to another part of the train. The train journey from Kandy to Ella in Sri Lanka is all about that local experience!<\/p>\n<p>In second and third class you can travel with the window open, you&#8217;ll also enjoy local specialty vendors or musicians who will guarantee you won&#8217;t forget this ride! And the more adventurous can try what it&#8217;s like to sit in an open train door during the ride.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image us_custom_54e7f678 align_none meta_simple\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vlak-kandy-ella-dvere-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Vyhlad z dveri vo vlaku z Kandy do Ella na Sri Lanke.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vlak-kandy-ella-dvere-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vlak-kandy-ella-dvere-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/vlak-kandy-ella-dvere.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-image-meta\"><div class=\"w-image-title\">You can enjoy the ride in the door.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-message color_blue\"><div class=\"w-message-body\"><p>Tip: If you have a specific seating choice, we recommend sitting on the right-hand side in the direction from Kandy to Ella. It is this side that offers the most beautiful views.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Train atmosphere<\/h2>\n<p>As we have already mentioned, the atmosphere in the second and third class is amazing. Even though it takes about 7 hours to get from Kandy to Ella, it went really fast for us. Every time you pass through the tunnel you will hear the joyful shouts of the passengers, every door will literally have people sticking their heads out of the train, but this is quite common in Sri Lanka.<\/p>\n<p>The train is moving at a pretty slow speed, so it&#8217;s not as dangerous as it seems at first glance. However, you need to be careful because in some sections there are rocks and trees very close to the train.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image us_custom_54e7f678 align_none meta_simple\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-vlak-kandy-do-ella-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Lokalny ludia hraju na hudobne nastroje vo vlaku z kandy do ella na Sri lanke.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-vlak-kandy-do-ella-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-vlak-kandy-do-ella-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/3-trieda-vlak-kandy-do-ella.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-image-meta\"><div class=\"w-image-title\">The locals enjoy their ride by playing musical instruments.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Train facilities<\/h3>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t manage to buy enough food and drink before your trip, don&#8217;t despair. You can buy everything on the train. Every now and then a <strong>number of vendors<\/strong> pass through the carriages offering <strong>coffee<\/strong>, <strong>tea<\/strong>, <strong>soft drinks<\/strong>, some <strong>snacks<\/strong>, as well as <strong>hot meals<\/strong>. There is also a toilet in each carriage. But of course, no luxury is to be expected.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image us_custom_54e7f678 align_none meta_simple\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/obcerstvenie-vlak-kandy-do-ella-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Obcerstvenie vo vlaku z Kandy do Ella na Sri Lanke.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/obcerstvenie-vlak-kandy-do-ella-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/obcerstvenie-vlak-kandy-do-ella-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/obcerstvenie-vlak-kandy-do-ella.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"w-image-meta\"><div class=\"w-image-title\">Locals also sell refreshments outside the train.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_f782b771\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Going to Sri Lanka and don&#8217;t know where to start? Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/en\/a-14-day-itinerary-to-exotic-sri-lanka-the-best-sri-lanka-has-to-offer\/\" rel=\"noopener\">14-day itinerary to exotic Sri Lanka &#8211; the best Sri Lanka has to offer!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Summary of tips at the end:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Always buy tickets in advance<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t buy 1st class tickets<\/li>\n<li>The best seats in the direction from Kandy to Ella are on the right<\/li>\n<li>Watch out for rocks and trees as you stand in the train doors!<\/li>\n<li>You can buy food and drink on the train<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-message us_custom_d2199d32 color_blue\"><div class=\"w-message-body\"><p>If you are going to Sri Lanka and are looking for reliable information in one place, our E-book &#8220;Sri Lanka &#8211; 84 must see places&#8221; will give you all the answers!<\/p>\n<p>187 pages full of practical information, 13 unique locations and 4 perfect itineraries for different lengths of stay.<\/p>\n<p>Among other things, you will also find tips on restaurants, caf\u00e9s, hotels and excursions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image us_custom_d2199d32 align_none\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/en\/e-books-travel-guides\/sri-lanka\/\" aria-label=\"Sri_lanka_travel_guide\" class=\"w-image-h\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-1024x577.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/8.jpg 1640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>For more information click on <a href=\"https:\/\/2troubletravelers.com\/en\/e-books-travel-guides\/sri-lanka\/\">this link<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_5ea1de68\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>* All links in this article including accommodation through booking are affiliate. 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