Colombo to Badulla train ride (Train No:1001 "Dunhinda Odyssey")

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11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The train journey from Colombo to Badulla is one of the most scenic and beautiful train journeys in South Asia and it creates a super adventurous feeling through lush green tea plantations, waterfalls and tunnels

Enhancing its charm, the Dunhinda Odyssey tourist train provides brief stops at iconic tourist attractions, allowing travelers to capture stunning photos and videos. This train operates on a fixed schedule, running every Thursday and Saturday from Colombo Railway Station to Badulla Station.

The train starts its journey from Colombo Railway Station at 0530 hrs and the train reaches Badulla at 1730 hrs. Also, the most scenic part of the train journey is from Nanu Oya to Ella and we facilitate our clients to book 1st class AC compartment, 2nd class and 3rd class non-AC reserved seats.

Important Notes:
Tickets must be booked at least 30 days in advance of the travel date.
Specific window seats, train side preferences (left or right), or nearby seating cannot be guaranteed.

What's Included

All taxes & service charges.
Scenic train ride to Badulla from Colombo Railway Station
Hotel pickup & drop-off from/to Colombo or Badulla
Food or drinks.
Expenses of personal nature.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet Lakpura representative at Colombo Railway station & collect the Train Tickets

End point

What to expect

The train starts from Colombo Railway station at 5.30am and train would reach Badulla by 1730 hrs. and the most scenic part of the train journey is from Nanu Oya to Ella.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Lakpura LLC

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Rail Services
Private Drivers
Rail Transfers
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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