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Nanu Oya is the station for Nuwara Eliya. Hatton is the starting point of the Hatton-Nallathanni route up Adam's Peak (Sri Pada), the better known of the climbing routes.[1]
Both stations lie on the Main Line, 32.16 km apart by rail,[2] so the choice is between the train and a private car.
Nanu Oya to Hatton by Train
The Colombo Fort-Badulla line is sold as Intercity and Express services with first, second and third class seats, and some trains carry an observation saloon.[3] The railway's fare table lists Nanu Oya to Hatton at LKR 350 in first class, LKR 200 in second class and LKR 80 in third class.[2] The railway's own timetable page was marked as under development in June 2026, so check departure times and reserved seats on the railway's seat reservation site before you travel.[4]
Nanu Oya to Hatton by Private Transfer
A private car picks you up at your accommodation in Nuwara Eliya or at Nanu Oya station and drops you at your address in Hatton, which helps with heavy luggage or a group. On booking platforms, a taxi for this route costs from about $28 to about $100 per vehicle, depending on the vehicle type (hatchback, sedan, standard car or SUV for 6 passengers) (October 2026).[5]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Train (3rd / 2nd / 1st class) | LKR 80 / 200 / 350[2] | 32.16 km by rail |
| Private transfer | About $28 to $100 per vehicle (October 2026)[5] | Door to door |
Good to Know
- Adam's Peak season: The pilgrimage season begins on the full moon day of Duruthu (December-January) and ends on the full moon day of Wesak (April-May).[6] Outside the season, climbing is not practical because of heavy rain, lightning and wild animals.[1]
- Luggage: With large bags or a group, a private car saves you the walk through the station and any change of vehicle.
Timetable
| Taxi Nanu Oya - Hatton $ 27.97–99.12 20m – 44m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Nanu Oya to Hatton, including current prices and schedules.
The train is the cheapest option. The railway's fare table lists third class at LKR 80 for the 32.16 km from Nanu Oya to Hatton. A private taxi starts at about $28 on booking platforms (October 2026).
Yes. Both stations are on the Colombo Fort-Badulla Main Line. Departure times change, so check the railway's seat reservation site before you travel.
On booking platforms, taxis for this route cost from about $28 to about $100 per vehicle, depending on the vehicle size (October 2026).
The pilgrimage season begins on the full moon day of Duruthu (December-January) and ends on the full moon day of Wesak (April-May). Outside the season, climbing is not practical because of heavy rain, lightning and wild animals.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Sabaragamuwa Provincial Tourism: Sri Padaya. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] Sri Lanka Railways: Nanuoya - Passenger Ticket Rates. Retrieved October 19, 2026.
- [3] Sri Lanka Railways: Sri Lanka Railways: Our Services and online seat reservation. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [4] Sri Lanka Railways: Train Schedule Notice. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [5] 12Go: Nanu Oya - Hatton timetable. Retrieved October 19, 2026.
- [6] Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority: Sri Pada mountain. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.