First Class Scenic Train Ticket From Kandy To Ella

Kandy, Sri Lanka

Popular pick

Booked 5+ times last week!

6 to 10 hours (approx.)
Group discounts

Explore our promoted experiences

Kandy, Sri Lanka

5.0

(69)

Kandy Heritage City Tour by tuktuk

from $13

Kandy, Sri Lanka

4.0

(2)

Gem Museum Tour in Kandy

from $20

Kandy, Sri Lanka

1.0

(9)

Kandy to Ella Train Tickets.

from $29

Viator earns higher commissions on experiences featured here

Overview

What's Included

One way First Class Ticket
Pre Booked Seats on First Class

Train Time Preferences
Seating Preferences

Meeting and Pickup

Operating hours

04/19/2024 - 04/19/2027
Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Departure Point

Ella Train Trips, 331 DS Senanayake Veediya, Kandy 20000, Sri Lanka

Ticket Redemption Point

Kandy, Sri Lanka

What To Expect

Ella Train Trips

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate

Supplied by

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)

Gallery picture 2 (from a traveler's review)

Gallery picture 3 (from a traveler's review)

Reviews

4.0

based on 25 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

We perform checks on reviews

The train itself was...

Wendy_B, Mar 2026

The train itself was great, but the assurance when booking that the guide would navigate the station and escort you to your seat was not correct. I am a solo traveller and an older person and the reason that I booked my ticket with a tour operator was because I wanted slightly more tlc in this respect. I do consider that what I paid for in this respect was not forthcoming,

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hi Wendy, Thank you for the feedback. Unfortunately due to overcrowding at stations guards only allow limited number of people to board the train to assist customers. Thefore the guards on the train assist to find the seat upon request. We will take this feedback on board to improve our services. Kind regards Ceylon Pass Team

I was told that I would...

Puja_S, Dec 2025

I was told that I would be picked up and taken to ambewala station since Kandy station wasn’t running due to damage from the cyclone. First, they told me pick up would be between 530-6am for a 930am train. Then, at the unreasonable hour of 11pm, the driver messages me he’ll now be coming at 5am instead. I only saw it bc I randomly woke io at 2am. Ambewala station was a 2.5-3 hour drive from Kandy where I was staying. This company did not send a car; they sent a tuktuk. The ride took over 4 hours bc it was in a tuk tuk. The ride itself was miserable. I tried to sleep but couldn’t because it was loud, all sorts of lights were filtering in, I was constantly smelling diesel fumes, and it was freezing due to wind created while the vehicle was in motion, the fact that we were increasing in elevation, and because the sun wasn’t up. On top of that, because tuk tuks are open air, I was forced to inhale road dust and fumes from other vehicles. This was a horrible experience. It’s clear the company does not care about customers.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hi Puja, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We provide an estimated time of arrival to ensure there is sufficient flexibility in case of any unforeseen delays along the way. This helps us manage schedules more smoothly and provide the best possible service. Transportation is arranged based on the number of passengers. For groups, we typically use a bus or van, which also helps us reduce our carbon footprint and operate in a more environmentally responsible way. We sincerely apologise that we did not meet your expectations on this occasion. Please be assured that we take your comments seriously and will do everything we can to make future experiences more pleasant and enjoyable. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Kind regards, Ceylon Pass Team

Hassle free travel on iconic train journey

Julie_B, Nov 2025

Would recommend if you want a hassle free travel experience on the famous train .Communication was excellent .Arrived on time took us to the station ,told us the platform and even gave us snack bags Had the best seats We had loads of space for luggage .We could walk to front of train for pictures out of doors and windows no problem Worth the extra for first class seats as a long journey and could still get the atmosphere of the train contrary to what I had read before

Relaxing!

Jane_B, Oct 2025

A relaxing and scenic way to travel from Kandy to Ella. All well organised with no problems! Met interesting fellow travellers too.

A Must-Try Train Ride from Kandy to Ella!

abdulaziz_a, Aug 2025

I recently took the First Class Scenic Train from Kandy to Ella, and it was amazing! The agent provided us with incredible seats, and they made booking super easy. Our driver was fantastic he helped us with our big luggage and brought us snacks along the way. The First Class cabin was not only spacious but also had nice air conditioning, making the ride comfortable. The views were breathtaking, and the whole experience felt so much more special compared to other classes. I highly recommend this trip! It’s the perfect way to soak in the beauty of Sri Lanka. Don’t miss it!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Hi Abdulaziz, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. It was a pleasure serving you. Look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Kind regards Brian

Pay attention! The train journey from Kandy to Ella is not possible for 2/3rds of the way!

maryelliz_S, Mar 2026

The train is currently only partially doable due to a large part of faulty rails (about 2/3 of the entire journey). Inquiries initially yielded nothing, but a few days before departure it was said that an alternative van was arranged which drives you past some special places and drops you off at the boarding point of the train journey. In our case there was driving as if the devil was after him, hairpin turns through the mountains and there was only a stop at a tea factory. No time to finish the whole tour (25 minutes) because we ‘had to catch a train’. We arrived more than an hour early for departure, but it turned out that the driver also had a pick-up at the station, so he probably had to pull such breakneck tours. On the train it turned out that we had also been assigned the most lame aisle spots, so we hardly had a view of indeed an improbably beautiful environment. Warned if we were told that tickets would not be available, we had already bought our tickets weeks in advance. People just bought tickets at the stations and not only arranged great seats next to each other but also on the ‘good’ (left) side. It would be good if Viator had informed us in advance that a large part of the trip could not be made. Then we would certainly have chosen a different solution! We are very disappointed by Viator by organizing this most expensive trip we have made in Sri Lanka. For a third of the amount you can be taken to a pick-up point in a comfortable taxi and there you have all the time and opportunities to buy a ticket at the station for the regular price!

Auto-translated