How to Get from Nuwara Eliya to Nanu Oya

Nuwara Eliya, often called Little England, has no railway station of its own. On Sri Lanka Railways' fare table the station for the town is Nanu Oya on the Main Line.^[1] To take a train from Nuwara Eliya you first travel by road to Nanu Oya. You can arrange this transfer on GoAsia.cc.

Nuwara Eliya to Nanu Oya by taxi or tuk tuk

Booking platforms list road transfers between Nuwara Eliya and Nanu Oya at 5 to 18 minutes, from about $6 for a tuk tuk, with larger vehicles costing more (October 2026).^[2] The vehicle types listed are tuk tuk (2 passengers), hatchback, sedan, comfort car (4 passengers), standard car and SUV (6 passengers).^[2]

Transfer options

• Tuk tuk (2 passengers): The lowest-priced option, suited to solo travelers or couples with light bags.
• Hatchback, sedan or comfort car: A closed car keeps you and your luggage dry in the frequent mist and rain.
• SUV (6 passengers): The choice for families or groups with several suitcases.

From Nanu Oya by train

The regular fares from Colombo Fort to Nanu Oya are LKR 1,450 in first class, LKR 750 in second class and LKR 360 in third class.^[1] Sri Lanka Railways announced in June 2026 that train services from Badulla to Nanu Oya had resumed after the Ambewela to Nanu Oya section, damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, was restored.^[3]

Tips for traveling from Nuwara Eliya to Nanu Oya

• Book in advance: In high season and on holidays, transport can be in short supply, so arrange the transfer before your train departure.
• Buffer time: The drive is short, but plan to reach the station well before the train leaves, because Nanu Oya can be crowded.
• Weather: Nuwara Eliya often has rain and fog, so a car is more comfortable than a tuk tuk if you carry luggage.
• Luggage: A tuk tuk has limited space. Two people with large suitcases may need a car.