What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 1200 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 52m and costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Station and Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Nuwara Eliya. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Fort Station and Nuwara Eliya is 161 km. The road distance is 156.6 km.

How do I travel from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 52m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

How long does it take to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Can I drive from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya is 157 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 977+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya.

Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliya by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Nuwara Eliyataxi
1h 52m
Rs 25,513–133,688
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
4h 43m
Rs 500–1,200
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Kandy to Nuwara Eliyataxi
3h 52m
Rs 5,076–7,474
Drive 156.6 km
1. Drive from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliyacar 156.6 km
2h 45m
Rs 7,066–10,206
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fort Station to Nuwara Eliyataxi 156.6 km
2h 45m
Rs 43,000–55,000

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF) flights

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30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.7 km
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Fort Station, Sri Lanka and Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route every 4 hours.

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