How long is the drive from Hikkaduwa to Mirissa?

The route is approximately 60 km and takes around 1 – 1.5 hours. Travel times vary with traffic and any stops.

What is included in the price?

The price covers the private vehicle, experienced English-speaking driver, air conditioning, and fuel. Tolls, parking, and waiting charges are extra.

Private Transfer

Hikkaduwa → Mirissa

Q: How much does a Hikkaduwa to Mirissa transfer cost?

A private transfer starts from $50 per vehicle (one-way). Rate is $0.5 per km with a minimum of $50. Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra. Prices shown in USD; live conversion to other currencies available on the page.

Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver

Distance

60 km

Duration

1 – 1.5 hours

Starting from

$50

Trip type

One-way

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From$50

Galle Dutch Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the routeWeligama Bay stilt fishermenMirissa beach and whale watching from November to April

Hikkaduwa to Mirissa Transfer

From Hikkaduwa the A2 heads south through Galle then turns east along the south coast, passing Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, and Weligama Bay before arriving at Mirissa. The drive is an easy coastal run through some of Sri Lanka's most popular south-coast destinations.

What the Drive Is Like

Roads

The A2 coastal highway runs south from Hikkaduwa through Galle, then east along the south coast through Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, and Weligama. Mirissa is located just past Weligama on the A2. The road is the main south-coast highway and carries steady tourist and local traffic. The Galle town section slows progress. Overall the surface is good and the route is straightforward.

Scenery

The entire drive follows the Indian Ocean coast. Hikkaduwa to Galle passes surf beaches and the coral reef area. After Galle the road continues east with sea views through Unawatuna bay, Koggala lagoon, and the long sweep of Ahangama coast. Weligama Bay has traditional stilt fishermen standing on poles in the shallows. Mirissa is a small curved bay beach.

★ Travel Tips

Stop at Galle Fort for an hour if time allows. The Dutch ramparts and town inside are worth the short detour.
Weligama stilt fishermen are most photogenic in morning light, around 7 to 9am.
Mirissa is small and parking near the beach can be limited. Drop off luggage at accommodation first before exploring.

⊟ Train Alternative

A train runs from Colombo south through Hikkaduwa toward Matara, stopping at several stations along this coastal stretch.

$ Pricing Breakdown

60 km × $0.5/km$30

Minimum fare applies$50

Starting from$50

Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra. Price per vehicle, not per person.

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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

Hikkaduwa→Galle→Unawatuna→Koggala→Ahangama→Weligama→Mirissa

Your driver can stop at points of interest along the way, just ask.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Hikkaduwa to Mirissa 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 Hikkaduwa to Mirissa drive?+

Approximately 60 km — around 1 – 1.5 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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Hikkaduwa → Mirissa

60 km · From $50

Fleet Options

Recommended Vehicles for This Route

All vehicles include an experienced English-speaking driver.

Honda Fit Shuttle

3 passengers·2 medium suitcases + 2 cabin bags (~300 L). More if bags are soft-sided. luggage

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Toyota Axio

3 passengers·2 large suitcases + 2 cabin bags (455 L). Drivers often fit more. luggage

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Toyota Prius

3 passengers·2-3 suitcases in boot (445 L). Drivers regularly fit 3 bags. luggage

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Toyota Allion / Premio

3 passengers·2 large suitcases + 2 bags (~450 L). luggage

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Plan Your Visit

Top Places to Visit in Mirissa

Make the most of your trip — these attractions are in and around Mirissa.

1 km

Parrot Rock (Mirissa)

A large flat-topped rock at the eastern end of Mirissa Bay, reachable by a short swim at low tide, popular for cliff jumping into 5m water below.

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1 km

Coconut Tree Hill (Mirissa)

A small rocky headland east of Mirissa beach planted with tall coconut palms, offering a 270-degree ocean panorama 20m above the water — one of Sri Lanka's most photographed viewpoints.

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2 km

Mirissa Beach

A 1km crescent bay 150km south of Colombo, Sri Lanka's primary departure point for blue whale watching (November to April), with a calm swimming beach and a growing restaurant scene.

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5 km

Weligama Bay

A wide, shallow bay 30km east of Galle, the best beginner surfing location on Sri Lanka's south coast, and home to the iconic stilt fishermen who balance on poles 10m from the shoreline.

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26 km

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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26 km

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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27 km

Jungle 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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