Kandy–Ella Blue Train, Sri Lanka
What to see at Kandy–Ella Blue Train and how to fit it into a Sri Lanka trip.
Quick answer
Sri Lanka's most celebrated rail journey — 6 hours through the tea country on a train where you hang from the doorway as the world's most beautiful green landscape scrolls past.
Best season for Sri Lanka: December – March (West/South) or May – September (East Coast). Recommended trip length: 8–12 Days.
About Kandy–Ella Blue Train
Sri Lanka's most celebrated rail journey — 6 hours through the tea country on a train where you hang from the doorway as the world's most beautiful green landscape scrolls past. The section between Nanu Oya and Ella, crossing the Nine Arches Bridge, is the peak of the journey. Book ahead; observation car seats sell out weeks in advance.
Kandy–Ella Blue Train is one of 15 places we cover in Sri Lanka, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Sri Lanka plan. A 5-day Sri Lanka trip from Mumbai costs about ₹45,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Sri Lanka
- Sigiriya: Lion Rock Fortress
- Yala National Park Leopard Safari
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Nuwara Eliya Tea Country
- Yala & Minneriya Wildlife
- Galle Dutch Fort
- Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy
- Whale Watching off Mirissa
Questions about Kandy–Ella Blue Train
What is Kandy–Ella Blue Train?
Sri Lanka's most celebrated rail journey — 6 hours through the tea country on a train where you hang from the doorway as the world's most beautiful green landscape scrolls past. The section between Nanu Oya and Ella, crossing the Nine Arches Bridge, is the peak of the journey. Book ahead; observation car seats sell out weeks in advance.
When is the best time to visit Kandy–Ella Blue Train?
Sri Lanka's best season is December – March (West/South) or May – September (East Coast), which is the best window for Kandy–Ella Blue Train too.
How many days do I need in Sri Lanka to include Kandy–Ella Blue Train?
Trripah recommends 8–12 Days for Sri Lanka. Kandy–Ella Blue Train fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Kandy–Ella Blue Train in a Sri Lanka package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Kandy–Ella Blue Train to a Sri Lanka plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.