Badulla to Ambewela Special Train Schedule (Class S14 Hero)
💡 Quick Summary: Reopened in December 2025, the upcountry rail line utilizes special Class S14 Hero train sets. They are highly convenient for skipping weather-heavy sections or commuting between key trailheads.
🔍 Detailed Guidance
The scenic railway intersects directly with several trail stages around Haputale, Ella, and Demodara.
🚂 Westbound: Badulla to Ambewela Special Train Timetable
|
Station Node |
SPL1016 (Morning) |
SPL1006 (Afternoon) |
|---|---|---|
|
Badulla (Dep) |
9:00 AM |
3:00 PM |
|
Demodara |
9:36 AM |
3:36 PM |
|
Ella |
9:50 AM |
3:50 PM |
|
Bandarawela |
10:21 AM |
4:21 PM |
|
Haputale |
10:49 AM |
4:49 PM |
|
Ambewela (Arr) |
11:47 AM |
5:47 PM |
🚂 Eastbound: Ambewela to Badulla Special Train Timetable
|
Station Node |
SPL1005 (Morning) |
SPL1015 (Afternoon) |
|---|---|---|
|
Ambewela (Dep) |
9:30 AM |
3:00 PM |
|
Haputale |
10:27 AM |
3:57 PM |
|
Bandarawela |
10:54 AM |
4:24 PM |
|
Ella |
11:25 AM |
4:55 PM |
|
Demodara |
11:40 AM |
5:10 PM |
|
Badulla (Arr) |
12:16 PM |
5:46 PM |
⚠️ Critical Alerts & Requirements
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Wednesday Warning: These special Class S14 transit runs do not operate on Wednesdays.
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Reservations: Bookings are open and can be made online at
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/or directly at reservation-enabled highland stations.