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Nanu Oya To Ella Train
The train from Nanu Oya to Ella would be one of the surreal moments any traveler can experience. The lush greenery of tree plantation, clear valleys, tall mountains and the beautiful waterfalls are a scene to behold by every traveler who is visiting. Let us take you on this memorable ride and show you the wonders the hill country of Sri Lanka has to offer.
About Nanu Oya to Ella train ride
The train from Nanu Oya to Ella goes through the southern hill country of Sri Lanka. You will pass through the tea plantations and beautiful scenic mountains before it winds up and disappears into the clouds, weaving in and out of the many mountain tunnels as it finally descends to Ella. Ella is one of the famous destinations every tourist visits due to exciting activities such as hiking, delicious cups of tea with comfortable accommodation, and even the opportunity to glide over mountain slopes using zip lines.
Tourists prefer a train ride to reach Ella due to the picturesque views it offers. It would take you about 3 to 4 hours to reach Ella. Every nature lover should try out this ride to snap pictures of breathtaking views.
Nanu Oya to Ella train time table
Listed below is the train schedule from Nanu Oya to Ella.
- 03:42:00 NIGHT MAIL – NIGHT MAIL TRAIN BADULLA
Arrival at Nanu Oya – 03:36:00
Departure Time –Â 03:42:00
Arrival at Ella – 06:35:00
- 09:18:00 – MIXED TRAINS BADULLA
Arrival at Nanu Oya – 08:54:00
Departure Time – 09:18:00
Arrival at Ella – 13:24:00
- 12:45:00 PODI MENIKE – EXPRESS TRAIN BADULLA
Arrival at Nanu Oya – 12:39:00
Departure Time – 12:45:00
Arrival at Ella – 15:17:00
- 14:36:00 UDARATA MENIKE – EXPRESS TRAIN BADULLA
Arrival at Nanu Oya – 14:33:00
Departure Time – 14:36:00
Arrival at Ella – 16:56:00
- 16:08:00 1007 – EXPRESS TRAIN BADULLA
Arrival at Nanu Oya – 16:04:00
Departure Time – 16:08:00
Arrival at Ella – 18:26:00
Nanu Oya to Ella train tickets
The first class coach consists of air conditioning facilities, reclining seats, plenty of luggage space and large windows to enjoy the view as you travel. The first class ticket price would cost you about 2000 LKR. The second Class tickets cost about 1000 LKR and the third Class tickets would cost you about 600 LKR. It is strongly advised to reserve the ticket at least two weeks in advance, due to the popularity of the route where many travelers take the train ride due to its unique views.
Even though it takes over twice as long to travel by rail from Nanu Oya to Ella compared to traveling by road, the extra time is well worth it. The seemingly never-ending tea plantations and breathtaking scenery make the train ride worthwhile. This train ride not only gives you memories to capture but also memorable experiences that can never be unseen after this fascinating train ride,