Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Taxi: private transfer at a fixed price
Book a private taxi from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya with Ceylon Taxi. You get a fixed one-way price per vehicle, not per person, confirmed before you travel, with no surge pricing and no hidden charges.
Route at a glance
- From: Kandy
- To: any hotel or address in Nuwara Eliya
- Distance: about 73 km
- Driving time: about 2 h 30 min, depending on traffic
- Service: private, door to door, 24/7
A scenic mountain road through tea country, with the Ramboda area and tea estates along the way.
Prices by vehicle (one way)
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchback Car | 3 | 2 | Rs 13,500 |
| Sedan Car | 3 | 3 | Rs 14,000 |
| SUV | 4 | 4 | Rs 21,000 |
| Family Van | 7 | 7 | Rs 20,000 |
| Large Van | 10 | 10 | Rs 22,000 |
Prices are per vehicle and include fuel, the driver and expressway tolls. For a return trip, extra stops or a pickup outside Nuwara Eliya, get an exact quote on our online booking page.
What’s included
- Private car or van for your group only, door to door
- Licensed, English-speaking driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel and expressway tolls
- Short stops on the way for refreshments or photos
- 24/7 service, day or night
About Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya sits high in Sri Lanka’s tea country, with a cool climate, Gregory Lake and tea estates and factories you can visit along the way. Read more on our Nuwara Eliya taxi service page.
How to book
Choose your vehicle above and complete the booking, or send your date, time and pickup details on WhatsApp (+94 76 227 8989). We confirm your booking and fixed price before your trip.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya?
Prices start from Rs 13,500 for a hatchback car and go up to Rs 22,000 for a large van, one way. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
How long does the drive to Nuwara Eliya take?
The drive is about 73 km and normally takes around 2 h 30 min, depending on traffic and stops.
Can we stop on the way?
Yes. Short stops for food, a restroom or photos are fine. For longer sightseeing stops, tell us when you book and we will confirm the price.
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