Colombo Fort Railway Station
Colombo Fort Railway station is the Central Railway station in Sri Lanka and opened in 1908. This Railway station code is FOT with an altitude of 4.9 m height above mean sea level. Colombo railway station has been located between Maradana and Secretariat Halt railway stations in the Colombo district. This article guides you to travel between Colombo to Ella train easily.
Colombo Railway Station to Ella Railway Station distance is 271.6 km. On the way from Colombo Fort Railway Station to Ella Railway Station, you will be able to see the beauty of a railway line running through the tea estates in the high mountains of Sri Lanka.
COLOMBO FORT RAILWAY STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: 011-2432908
If you are accommodated near the Colombo city area, you can come to Colombo Fort train station in few minutes. If you wish to stay in the Colombo area, there are more than 100 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.
Colombo to Ella train time Table
| Train No | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
| 1005 | Podi Manike (Express Train) | 05:55 | 15:14 | Daily |
| 1015 | Udarata Manike (Express Train) | 08:30 | 17:16 | Daily |
| 1007 | 1007 (Express Train) | 09:45 | 18:22 | Daily |
| 1045 | Night Mail (Night Mail Train) | 20:00 | 06:05 | Daily |
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Travelling from Colombo to Ella train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Many trains run between Colombo Fort Railway Station to Ella Railway Station daily, and there are operated 28 weekly trains from Colombo Fort to Ella.
In Colombo railway station to Ella railway station, the train time duration between 8 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Colombo to Ella train runs on time. (except during office hours).
Colombo to Ella train Ticket price (From 25/07/2022)
Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Colombo fort to Ella. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 440.00 (US $ 1.25). Colombo fort to Ella is a long train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are 1st, 2nd and 3rd class.
| Train Class | Ticket Price |
| 2nd Class | LKR 900.00 – US $ 2.50 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 440.00 – US $ 1.25 |
If you want to travel 1st Class AC train, you can select Denuwara Manike Intercity Express Train (1001 – Train) and pay the ticket price of LKR 1,600.00 (US $ 8.00). This train departed from the Colombo Fort Railway station at 06.30 am and arrived in Ella at 02.16 pm.
| Denuwara Manike Intercity Express Train (6075 – Train) | Ticket Price |
| 1st Class | LKR 1,600.00 – US $ 8.00 |
| 2nd Class | LKR 900.00 – US $ 4.50 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 600.00 – US $ 3.00 |
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You can book train tickets from Colombo Fort to Ella on the 12go.asia website in advance. Train ticket start price is US$ 16.00
Also, you can reserve a train ticket from DIALOG with convenience and ease any time any were by just Dialing 444 on your DIALOG mobile from any postpaid or prepaid connection.
Best time travel to Colombo to Ella train
My personal opinion is you should not select trains from Colombo to Ella the time between 07.30 am to 08.30 am. Because during this period, the natives use it for their jobs and daily activities. If you select the time after 05.30 am to 04.00 pm and 06.00 pm to 8.00 pm you will be able to travel easily.
General Questions
1. Can I reserve first-class seats from Colombo Fort Railway Station to Ella Railway Station?
At present, there are class boxes with 1st class train seats from Colombo fort to Ella. Train travel time from Ella Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station is 8 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours, so there is a need to reserve seats. You can book train tickets from Colombo Fort to Ella on the 12go.asia website in advance, or you have to do is arrive an hour before the train you want to buy train tickets at the Colombo Fort train station.
Also, you can reserve a train ticket from DIALOG with convenience and ease any time any were by just Dialing 444 on your DIALOG mobile from any postpaid or prepaid connection.
2. What is the best time for me to travel from Colombo Fort Railway Station to Ella Railway Station?
The best time to travel from Colombo to Ella train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between 05.30 am to 04.00 pm and 06.00 pm to 8.00 pm. This will enable you to travel comfortably. Many locals use this train during office hours, so you may even have to stand on the train without seats.
3. Do I have to pay extra for luggage when travelling from Colombo to Ella train Railway Station?
You do not have to pay extra for your luggage as there is no maximum limit for carrying luggage on a Sri Lanka train. But be sure to bring a maximum of 30 KG bags per person. But if you carry heavier luggage and the Railway Ambassador feels that it is possible to charge for baggage. That amount is often minimal, and costs are not exceeding LKR 300.00 (US$ 1.50).
4. Can I have internet access on the way from Colombo Railway Station to Ella Railway Station?
At present, it is not possible to access the internet at Colombo railway station in Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain internet facilities in person.
5. Is this the cheapest way to travel from Colombo to Ella?
If you are travelling from Colombo Fort to Ella by train or any other option, the cheapest way is by train. If you are travelling in the 3rd class, you only have to pay 440.00 LKR (US$ 1.25). If you use a different mode of transportation, you will have to pay more.
6. Is it safe to travel by train from Colombo Fort to Ella?
There is no need to worry about safety as the Sri Lanka Railways maintains the railway lines and trains on time. The security personnel are deployed for the security of the Ella railway station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.
7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Colombo to Ella train?
Currently, the Railway Department of Sri Lanka does not have restaurant cars on any of the trains running on the Northern railway line. Therefore, it is possible to bring food and drink before boarding the train and enjoy the food as it travels.
You can also buy food and beverages from local food vendors as they board the train compartments. The best option is to bring food and drink before boarding the Colombo Fort to Ella train.
The above article has been prepared for easy travel from Colombo to Ella train, and I hope this article will help you. In addition, if you have a problem, please comment.
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