In Nuwara Eliya visitors and tourists can explore different spots in the country, Nuwara Eliya is a Central Province and a hill country. Also, In Nuwara Eliya, you can make your stay easily because 764+ hotels are available, and USD 92 per night is the starting price of the hotels, like The Westbury Palace, Galway Heights Hotel, La Grande Villa, Cheltenham Cottage – Little England Cottages, and more. In Sri Lanka, this country is popular for its rich soil and cold climate.
Getting from Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya has so many travel options. Flying is the quickest option to reach Numara Eliya, alternatively, you can take a taxi for private travel, a bus for the economy, or can take a train. Go for the one which is reasonable for you, also confirm the schedules before visiting any station.
Colombo Airport (CMB) to Nuwara Eliya by Taxi
Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya, a taxi is a good alternative option with a short period passengers can easily reach their destination, and is best for those who avoid noises, waiting and rushes. With a distance of 155k, taxi travelling usually takes around 2 hours and 47 minutes to attain.
Taxi Details
From Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya taxi services operators are Taxi from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Nuwara Eliya and Jayride.
Taxi Rates
Taxi rates are not restricted because they can be modified according to particular services and the average rate is $140 to $180 to get from Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya.
Contact Ceylon Empire Travels to book taxi from Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya.
Colombo Airport (CMB) to Nuwara Eliya by Train
The travel journey takes usually 6 hours and 28 minutes to get from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Nuwara Eliya by Train. But the schedule can be less or more according to the number of public. Also, because of the non-availability of direct trains travellers have to switch buses and trains to get from Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya.
Train Details
Passengers first have to pass a walking distance of 1 kilometre from Colombo Airport, then take a bus from Katunayake Bus Stop to the Bus stop.
After the walk of 280 meters, they have to take a train from Katunayaka South Railway Station which arrives at Fort Railway Station.
The second train departs from Fort Railway Station and arrives at Peradeniya Railway Station. Again, after the walking distance of 850 meters, passengers have to take the bus Peradeniya to Magasthota Junction and after the walk of 400 meters, reach Nuwara Eliya.
Train Routes
There is no direct train available from Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya. After taking the bus, the first train departs Katunayake South Railway Station and arrives at Fort Railway Station. The second train departs from Fort Railway Station and arrives at Peradeniya Railway Station.
The train services are operated by Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railways, and Stef Lanka Tours.
Train Rates
Train rates are not fixed but they usually cost $60. Booking before the time gets you better rates and confirming the details of the schedule helps and saves time from last-moment hustles, also if there are any changes in the schedule you can plan your trip accordingly.
Colombo Airport (CMB) to Nuwara Eliya by Bus
Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya by bus duration is not fixed but it will usually take around 7 hours and 25 minutes to arrive including transfers. Taking a bus is a reasonable option if you want to save money for other tours and expenses.
Bus Details
The bus services are operated by the National Transport Commission, Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya bus services departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal.
Bus Routes
The services arrive at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and depart from Katunayake Airport Bus Station. From Colombo Airport to Nuwara Eliya there is no direct bus available.
Bus Rates
Bus rates are not fixed, they can be changed by the time of the day or events, but they will cost approximately $1 to $4. For better rates, it is good to book your bus ticket in advance, and can book it online.
Editorial Staff at Ceylon Empire Travels are Specialist in Sri Lanka Travel.