Ella — Nanu Oya train, second class
A second-class seat reservation on the scenic train, about 4 hours.
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The Ella — Nanu Oya train and the Nine Arches Bridge
Tickets for the scenic train from Ella and tours that include the Nine Arches Bridge: what is in the selection and how to choose.
prices checked 9 October 2026
StretchElla — Nanu Oya (Nuwara Eliya)
Journey timeabout 4 hours per Trip.com
Classesfirst and second with seat reservations
The Nine Arches Bridgein the programme of the tour from Galle
A tour from the south to Ella9–12 hours with a train ride
About the route
The scenic train is one of the main features of a trip to the hills of Sri Lanka. In the Trip.com selection you can book a seat on the stretch from Ella to Nanu Oya (Nuwara Eliya) in first or second class. The journey time on the cards is given as about 4 hours. For the overall picture of the Kandy — Ella route read our article the Kandy — Ella train.
What is in the selection
| Format | What you get |
|---|---|
| First class | Booking a seat on the scenic Ella — Nanu Oya train, about 4 hours |
| Second class | Booking a second-class seat, about 4 hours |
| Railway tickets | Tickets with seat reservations for the Ella — Nanu Oya stretch, the lowest price among the options |
| A day to Ella from the south | A 9–12 hour excursion with a train ride from the southern towns |
| Yala and the Nine Arches Bridge | A 10-hour tour from Galle: a safari in Yala, lunch in Wadiya and a visit to the Nine Arches Bridge |
Tickets and excursions: options
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Ella — Nanu Oya train, first class
A first-class seat reservation on the scenic train, about 4 hours.
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Ella — Nanu Oya train tickets
Tickets with seat reservations for the Ella — Nanu Oya (Nuwara Eliya) section.
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To Ella from the south: a day and a train ride
A one-day excursion from the southern towns to Ella with a scenic train ride, 9–12 hours.
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From Galle: Yala, lunch and the Nine Arch Bridge
Ten hours: a safari in Yala, lunch in Wadiya and a look at the Nine Arch Bridge.
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Which tickets and tours are available
| Option | What you get | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| The Ella — Nanu Oya train, second class | Booking a second-class seat on the scenic train, about 4 hours | 4,840 ₽ |
| The Ella — Nanu Oya train, first class | Booking a first-class seat on the scenic train, about 4 hours | 4,915 ₽ |
| Ella — Nanu Oya railway tickets | Tickets with seat reservations for the Ella — Nanu Oya (Nuwara Eliya) stretch | 1,807 ₽ |
| To Ella from the south: a day and a train ride | A day excursion from the southern towns to Ella with a scenic train ride, 9–12 hours | 19,521 ₽ |
| From Galle: Yala, lunch and the Nine Arches Bridge | Ten hours: a safari in Yala, lunch in Wadiya and a visit to the Nine Arches Bridge | 12,779 ₽ |
Prices are shown per Trip.com data as of 29 October 2026. Check the contents, language and conditions on the page of the offer you choose.
Tips
- Seats are reserved at purchase: check the date and departure time on the card.
- Get an eSIM for Sri Lanka in advance, to show your tickets from your phone.
What else
All offers: excursions in Ella and Nuwara Eliya.
Where to stay
A selection: hotels in Ella. The general catalogue: hotels in Sri Lanka.
The description is based on Trip.com cards as of the date of checking; opening hours and the contents of offers may change.
Hotels nearby: The Train from Ella and the Nine Arches Bridge
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Tunnel Top Inn Ella
3★
1.9 km до местаfrom 7,158 ₽ per night
Bridge Front Inn Ella
3★
2.0 km до местаfrom 4,672 ₽ per night
Nine Skies
5★
4.3 km до местаfrom 52,851 ₽ per night
Velora Hill Ella | Panoramic Hilltop Stay
3★
1.4 km до местаfrom 2,865 ₽ per night