Udarata menike Train journey | දුම්රිය ගමනේ සියලු විස්තර

Udarata menike train is the famous train in sri lanka's upcountry railway line. Udarata menike train journey goes from badulla to colombo with most beautiful sceneries through tunnels , green nature , mountains , bridges and tea states. Udarata menike train 1st class , 2nd class & 3rd class seat compartments.

Udarata Menike Train උඩරට මැණිකේ ( Up-Country Maiden) is a daytime passenger train operated by the Sri Lanka Railways that runs between Colombo and Badulla in the Highlands. Introduced in 1956, it is one of the first Named-passenger trains and one of the most popular trains among tourists and even among railfans in Sri Lanka.

End-to-end travel time of the route is 10–12 hours as the train climbs through the steep mountainous terrain during the majority of it's journey.

This Udarata menike train service now carried out by Class S14 DMUs.

The train offers three classes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd, The latter sometimes gets very crowded and carries only basic facilities. The train includes a canteen also.

The Udarata Menike travels the length of Sri Lanka Railways' Main Line through the hill country.

The Udarata Menike begins its eastbound service at Colombo Fort Station and runs east and north past the centers of Ragama, Gampaha, Veyangoda, and Polgahawela. At Rambukkana, the Main Line begins its steep climb into the hills of the upcountry. Between Balana and Kadugannawa, the track clings to the side of sheer cliffs, providing views of Batalegala ('Bible' Rock).

The train then continues its climb through the scenic tea country, connecting local market centers at Gampola, Nawalapitiya, and Hatton before reaching Nanu-Oya. This is the connection to the former colonial resort of Nuwara Eliya, still visited for its temperate climate, classic hotels, and British-style gardens.

The Udarata Menika continues its ascent to the summit at Pattipola, 1,898 m (6,227 ft) above sea level, before descending past Bandarawela to Badulla railway station. In the upcountry, passengers can view the tea gardens, mountains, valleys, and waterfalls.

🚆 Udarata menike Train Ticket prices...

• Colombo fort to Badulla

1st class ( booking ) Rs 3000/=
2nd class ( booking ) Rs 2000/=
3rd class ( booking ) Rs 1500/=

2nd class ( normal ) Rs 900/=
3rd class ( normal ) Rs 460/=

• Colombo fort to Nanuoya

1st class ( booking ) Rs 2500/=
2nd class ( booking ) Rs 1700/=
3rd class ( booking ) Rs 1200/=

2nd class ( normal ) Rs 750/=
3rd class ( normal ) Rs 360/=

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