Calypso Tourist Train

Sri Lanka Railways
Sri Lanka
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The Journey

Navigate from Badulla to Bandarawela across a span of 36km.

Scenery Highlights
  • Nine Arch Bridge (Demodera) — Sri Lanka's most iconic railway landmark
  • Tea estate panoramas from the highland viaducts
  • Demodera loop and tunnel sequences
  • Misty highland views above Ella
  • Lush green hills of the Uva Province
Quick Facts
  • Duration

    1.5 hours

  • Distance

    36 km

  • Est. Price

    LKR 1,500–3,000 depending on class

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Classes & Accommodations

Meals: None

Ensuite: No

Meals: None

Ensuite: No

Engine / Locomotive

Sri Lanka Railways diesel locomotive (standard gauge)

Locomotive Weight

Varies by locomotive class

Track Gauge

1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) broad gauge

Braking Technology

Compressed air / vacuum for older rolling stock

Route Engineering Challenges

  • Steep gradients on the Badulla–Bandarawela section requiring capable braking

  • Narrow gauge branches and tight curves through highland terrain

  • Frequent weather disruptions (landslides) during monsoon season

  • Nine Arch Bridge — 30 m tall, 91 m span, built 1921 using only stone and brick (no steel)

Route operator

Sri Lanka Railways

Route distance

36 km (Badulla–Bandarawela)

Maximum elevation

~1,400 m above sea level

Notable structure

Nine Arch Bridge, Demodera (91 m span, 30 m tall, 1921)

Quick Facts
  • Duration

    1.5 hours

  • Distance

    36 km

  • Est. Price

    LKR 1,500–3,000 depending on class

Official Booking Provider