Private Transfer
Ella → Tangalle
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
137 km
Duration
2.5 – 3 hours
Starting from
$69
Trip type
One-way
Ella to Tangalle Transfer
From Ella the route descends the southern face of the hill country through Wellawaya and across the dry southern plains via Tissamaharama to reach the quiet south-coast town of Tangalle in around 2.5 to 3 hours.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
From Ella the route descends on mountain roads to Wellawaya, then continues south through Tissamaharama on good regional roads before turning west along the coastal road to Tangalle. The descent from Ella to Wellawaya is winding; the rest of the route is relatively flat and straightforward.
Scenery
The descent from Ella passes rice paddies and jungle-covered foothills. The Wellawaya to Tissamaharama section crosses the flat dry southern zone near Yala National Park. The approach to Tangalle reveals a stretch of undeveloped south coast with rocky headlands, fishing coves, and calm lagoon bays.
★ Travel Tips
- Allow 2.5 to 3 hours; the descent from Ella is slower than the flat section suggests.
- If passing through Tissamaharama in the late afternoon, a quick stop at the main tank often rewards with elephant sightings.
- Tangalle has fewer tourists than Mirissa or Hikkaduwa, book accommodation ahead as quality options are limited.
$ 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 Ella to Tangalle transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $69 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 Ella to Tangalle drive?+
Approximately 137 km — around 2.5 – 3 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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Ella → Tangalle
137 km · From $69
Fleet Options
Recommended Vehicles for This Route
All vehicles include an experienced English-speaking driver.
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Plan Your Visit
Top Places to Visit in Tangalle
Make the most of your trip — these attractions are in and around Tangalle.
Tangalle Beach
A long, palm-fringed beach near Tangalle town, 190km from Colombo, with several quiet bays separated by rocky headlands and one of the most important leatherback turtle nesting beaches in Asia.
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Mulgirigala Rock Temple
A cave temple complex on a 200m isolated granite rock 7km north of Tangalle, founded in the 3rd century BC, with five levels of painted shrines and panoramic views from the summit dagoba.
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Hummanaya Blowhole
The second largest blowhole in the world near Dickwella, where waves forced through a 27m rock tunnel eject water jets up to 23m high during strong south-west swells.
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