Ella Train & Tea Country Tours
Ride one of the world’s most beautiful railways: the scenic train from Kandy through emerald tea plantations, misty mountains and the “Little England” hill town of Nuwara Eliya to Ella. Tours include the famous train journey, tea factory visits and tastings, and stops at waterfalls and viewpoints across Sri Lanka’s lush hill country.
200 tours · prices per person, book with partner
Ella Train & Tea Country in Kandy — FAQ
What is the Kandy to Ella train?
The Kandy to Ella train is one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys, winding for hours through tea plantations, mountains and tunnels to the hill town of Ella, a bucket-list Sri Lankan experience.
How long is the Kandy to Ella train ride?
The full Kandy to Ella train takes about 6–7 hours; many tours do a shorter, most scenic stretch (such as Nanu Oya/Nuwara Eliya to Ella) combined with road transport.
Should you book the Ella train in advance?
Yes — reserved seats on the scenic train sell out fast, especially first and second class, so book well ahead, particularly in peak season.