Private Transfer
Galle → Tangalle
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
80 km
Duration
1.5 – 2 hours
Starting from
$50
Trip type
One-way
Galle to Tangalle Transfer
From Galle the A2 hugs the southern coast through Weligama, Mirissa, and Matara before reaching Tangalle's calmer beaches. The 80 km drive takes 1.5 to 2 hours through Sri Lanka's most scenic coastal stretch.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
The A2 coastal highway runs east from Galle along the southern shoreline. Road is generally good and mostly flat; some narrower stretches through Weligama and Matara town.
Scenery
Continuous south coast: rocky headlands at Unawatuna, stilt fishermen at Weligama Bay, whale watching grounds off Mirissa, the Matara fort, and quieter beaches toward Tangalle.
★ Travel Tips
- Whale watching boats from Mirissa depart around 6–7am, worth an overnight stop rather than a transfer-day diversion.
- Matara's one-way system through town can add 10–15 minutes; your driver will know the bypass.
- Tangalle is noticeably quieter than the Galle–Mirissa strip, arrive in daylight to find your accommodation.
⊟ Train Alternative
The Southern Line from Galle to Matara runs along the coast with ocean views; journey time is about 1 hour.
$ 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 Galle to Tangalle transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $50 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 Galle to Tangalle drive?+
Approximately 80 km — around 1.5 – 2 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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Galle → Tangalle
80 km · From $50
Fleet Options
Recommended Vehicles for This Route
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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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