Private Transfer
Ella → Hikkaduwa
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
219 km
Duration
3.5 – 4 hours
Starting from
$110
Trip type
One-way
Ella to Hikkaduwa Transfer
From Ella the transfer descends through Wellawaya and Embilipitiya to the south coast, then follows the scenic A2 past Matara and Weligama to reach Hikkaduwa's reef beach. The drive covers 219 km in roughly 3.5 to 4 hours.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
Descending from Ella via Wellawaya on the A4, then west through Embilipitiya on flatter roads before meeting the southern coast near Matara. The final leg follows the A2 coastal road north past Weligama and Unawatuna to Hikkaduwa. The A2 is two-lane with moderate tourist traffic in season.
Scenery
The first hour drops through dry-zone scrub and paddy leaving the highlands. After Embilipitiya the route crosses the southern lowlands with rubber and coconut plantations. From Matara onwards the A2 runs close to the coast with frequent glimpses of the Indian Ocean, fishing boats, and coral-reef beaches.
★ Travel Tips
- Leave Ella before 8 am to reach the coast before midday and make the most of the beach.
- The A2 between Weligama and Hikkaduwa is busy in the afternoon, stilt-fisherman photo spots cause frequent traffic slowdowns near Weligama.
- Hikkaduwa has several petrol stations; fill up there rather than in Ella where fuel can be 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 Hikkaduwa transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $110 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 Hikkaduwa drive?+
Approximately 219 km — around 3.5 – 4 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 → Hikkaduwa
219 km · From $110
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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