Private Transfer
Mirissa → Yala
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
155 km
Duration
3 – 3.5 hours
Starting from
$78
Trip type
One-way
Mirissa to Yala Transfer
Mirissa to Yala follows the south coast highway east through Matara and Hambantota, then turns inland through Tissamaharama to reach the national park. The 155 km drive takes 3 to 3.5 hours.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
The A2 east from Mirissa through Matara, then the A2 or B51 south-east through Hambantota and Tissamaharama to the Yala National Park entrance. Roads are mostly good two-lane; the Tissamaharama–Yala section is a narrower road through dry scrub.
Scenery
The A2 east of Mirissa passes fishing harbours and coconut-lined coast. Past Matara the road moves inland through drier flat terrain. The approach to Yala runs through open scrub and dry-zone bush typical of the deep south.
★ Travel Tips
- Yala's main gate opens at 6 am; some visitors time the transfer to arrive before first light for an early safari entry.
- Tissamaharama has the last reliable fuel station before Yala.
- The road past Hambantota can have slow-moving truck traffic; allow extra time.
$ 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 Mirissa to Yala transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $78 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 Mirissa to Yala drive?+
Approximately 155 km — around 3 – 3.5 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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Mirissa → Yala
155 km · From $78
Fleet Options
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Plan Your Visit
Top Places to Visit in Yala
Make the most of your trip — these attractions are in and around Yala.
0 kmYala National Park
Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife park in Hambantota District, with the highest recorded leopard density per unit area of any protected area in the world, plus elephants, sloth bears, and crocodiles.
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Sithulpawwa Rock Temple
A monastic rock temple over 2,100 years old inside the Yala buffer zone, with painted cave shrines and a 3m seated Buddha on a granite boulder 300m above the surrounding plains.
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