Colombo Airport → Galle private transfer
Galle and its Dutch fort (UNESCO World Heritage) are about 150 km from CMB — roughly 2.5 hours on the expressways. Hotels inside the fort can be reached by car; the driver drops you at the door.
- Distance150 km
- Drive time2 h 30 min
- Pricefrom $72
Every trip is driven by a vetted local partner in Sri Lanka. Your confirmation names the driver, the car and its plate; on chauffeur-guide bookings also the SLTDA licence number.
Colombo Airport → Galle: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Axio / Prius / Premio | $72 ≈ Rs 24,000 | $36 | $24 | — | — |
| Minivan (KDH) up to 6 Toyota HiAce KDH, high roof | $92 ≈ Rs 30,500 | $46 | $31 | $23 | $15 |
| SUV up to 4 Prado / Montero class, leather, more legroom | $135 ≈ Rs 44,500 | $68 | $45 | $34 | — |
| Coach up to 20 Toyota Coaster, up to 20 seats | $225 ≈ Rs 74,500 | $113 | $75 | $56 | $38 |
Prices updated 20 October 2026.
The road
E03 and E02 around Colombo, Southern Expressway (E01) to the Galle interchange, then 15 minutes into town. Tolls included.
Good to know
- The fort is a walking area in the evening; a few narrow lanes are one-way, so drop-off may be at the nearest corner.
Included
- Private air-conditioned car and an English-speaking driver
- Fuel, expressway tolls and parking
- Meet & greet with a name sign at CMB arrivals, flight tracking, 60 min free waiting after landing
- No night surcharge for airport pickups
- Short stops on the way (up to 30 min in total)
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before; pay the driver at the end — no prepayment for transfers
Questions
How long from Colombo airport to Galle?
About 2.5 hours, 3 hours with traffic around Colombo.
How much is a taxi from Colombo airport to Galle?
Booking platforms show about $60–65 for a basic sedan; we charge $72 fixed, with tolls, parking and waiting included.