Private Transfer
Colombo → Hikkaduwa
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
120 km
Duration
2 – 2.5 hours
Starting from
$60
Trip type
One-way
Colombo to Hikkaduwa Transfer
The route south from Colombo follows the Southern Expressway before joining the A2 coastal road past Kalutara, Bentota, and Ambalangoda. You reach Hikkaduwa's coral reef beach in around 2 to 2.5 hours depending on traffic.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
Southern Expressway (E01) from Colombo to Pinnaduwa then the A2 coastal road. Mostly flat with smooth expressway section; the A2 stretch through resort towns can slow with local traffic.
Scenery
Wide Indian Ocean views, fishing villages, coconut palms lining the coast, and coral reef waters near Hikkaduwa.
★ Travel Tips
- Use the Southern Expressway to skip Colombo suburban traffic and reach Hikkaduwa faster.
- Arrive before midday on weekends; the A2 through Hikkaduwa town is narrow and can back up.
- If visiting the national park, check reef snorkelling conditions, best November to April.
⊟ Train Alternative
The Coastal Line connects Colombo Fort to Hikkaduwa with scenic sea-hugging views; journey takes about 2 hours.
$ Pricing Breakdown
Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra. Price per vehicle, not per person.
This is a standard estimate based on distance
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✓ Included
- Private A/C vehicle
- English-speaking driver
- Fuel
- Door-to-door service
- Meet & greet (airports)
× Not included
- Toll charges
- Parking fees
- Waiting charges
- Driver accommodation (overnight trips)
Towns Along the Way
Your driver can stop at points of interest along the way, just ask.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Colombo to Hikkaduwa transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $60 per vehicle (one-way). The rate is $0.5 per km with a minimum fare of $50. Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra.
How long is the Colombo to Hikkaduwa drive?+
Approximately 120 km — around 2 – 2.5 hours. Times vary with traffic and any stops.
Can I book a return trip?+
Yes. Return transfers are quoted separately. Mention your return date in the notes when enquiring.
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Colombo → Hikkaduwa
120 km · From $60
Fleet Options
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Plan Your Visit
Top Places to Visit in Hikkaduwa
Make the most of your trip — these attractions are in and around Hikkaduwa.
0 kmHikkaduwa Beach
A 3km surf and coral beach 100km from Colombo, with a designated coral sanctuary, resident green sea turtles, consistent surf, and the south coast's most active nightlife strip.
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17 kmGalle Fort
A Dutch colonial fort built in 1663, enclosing a 400-year-old town of 400 buildings within 36 hectares on a rocky peninsula in Galle city.
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Madu Ganga Wetlands (Balapitiya Boat Safari)
A Ramsar-listed mangrove estuary near Balapitiya with 64 islands, 300+ plant species, river cinnamon processing, and resident crocodiles — explored by traditional wooden boat.
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18 kmGalle Lighthouse
A working 18m Dutch-era lighthouse inside Galle Fort, first lit in 1848, marking the entrance to Galle Harbour — the oldest lighthouse in Sri Lanka.
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Unawatuna Beach
A sheltered crescent bay 3km south of Galle with calm year-round swimming, coral reefs 50m offshore, and the highest concentration of guesthouses on the south coast.
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21 kmJungle Beach (Rumassala)
A secluded 150m cove on the forested Rumassala headland, 10 minutes from Unawatuna, with no food vendors, dense jungle to the waterline, and cleaner water than the main bay.
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