Colombo Airport to Galle Transfer
CMB to Galle on the southern expressway - approx. 2.5 hours
Galle is about 155 km from the airport, and thanks to the E01 southern expressway the drive is a straightforward two and a half hours - one of the quickest routes from CMB to a beach destination. The same transfer serves Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Weligama, Mirissa and the rest of the south coast, which lie within 15-45 minutes of Galle.
Prices
| Vehicle | Suitable for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan (Toyota Axio or similar) | 3 passengers, 2 large cases | USD 65 |
| Mini van (Toyota KDH or similar) | 6 passengers, 6 large cases | USD 85 |
| High-roof van | 9 passengers, 9 large cases | USD 110 |
Prices are per vehicle, not per person, and are confirmed in writing before you travel. Fuel, expressway tolls and government taxes are included.
The expressway route
The route joins the Colombo-Katunayake expressway, skirts the city on the outer circular, then runs south on the E01. Tolls are included in the price we quote. Traffic is predictable and the drive is comfortable.
Onward to the south coast beaches
Unawatuna is 15 minutes past Galle, Weligama around 30, Mirissa around 40 and Tangalle about 75. We quote each of these as a single fixed transfer - ask and we will price your exact hotel rather than the nearest town.
Colombo Airport to Galle Transfer - frequently asked questions
Approximately 2.5 hours for 155 km using the southern expressway. It is one of the fastest airport-to-beach routes in Sri Lanka.
From USD 65 for a sedan, USD 85 for a mini van and USD 110 for a high-roof van. Expressway tolls, fuel and taxes are included.
Yes. Unawatuna is around 15 minutes beyond Galle, Weligama 30 and Mirissa 40. We price the transfer to your specific hotel rather than the nearest town.
